Gretel Beer

Gretel Beer

Name	Gretel Beer
Birth name
Birth date	1921
Birth place	Vienna, Austria
Death date	2010
Death place	London, United Kingdom
Alma mater
Occupation	Author, Journalist, Cookery writer
Years active
Organization
Known for
Notable works	The Austrian Cookbook
Spouse(s)
Website

Gretel Beer (1921–2010) was an Austrian-born author, journalist, and cookery writer who gained prominence in the United Kingdom. She is best known for her contributions to Austrian cuisine and her influential cookbooks.

Early Life

Gretel Beer was born in Vienna, Austria in 1921. She grew up in a culturally rich environment, which greatly influenced her later work in the culinary arts.

Career

After moving to the United Kingdom in the late 1930s, Beer began her career as a journalist. She wrote for various publications, sharing her expertise in Austrian cuisine and other culinary traditions. Her most notable work, The Austrian Cookbook, became a staple in many kitchens and introduced British audiences to the intricacies of Austrian cooking.

Notable Works

• The Austrian Cookbook - This book is considered one of her most significant contributions to the culinary world. It offers a comprehensive guide to traditional Austrian recipes, making them accessible to a broader audience.

Legacy

Gretel Beer's work has had a lasting impact on the appreciation of Austrian cuisine outside of Austria. Her cookbooks continue to be referenced by both amateur and professional chefs.

Personal Life

Gretel Beer spent her later years in London, where she continued to write and share her culinary knowledge until her death in 2010.

Related Pages

• Austrian cuisine
• Cookbook
• Journalism
• Vienna
• London