Hosts with heart
The experience at the Starcke House
With Starcke Haus on the Schlossberg, we have created a culinary experience in Graz since 2008. At its heart is our owner and award-winning chef, Milivoj Novak. He creates dishes inspired by nature, refined with Mediterranean influences, as well as a subtle hint of spices and creations from Ayurvedic principles. We prioritize organic, wild-caught, and local small-scale farmers. Seasonal ingredients are carefully prepared to create a unique culinary journey.
We have held a Gault Millau toque since 2010, and in 2019 this was upgraded to two toques, which we currently hold. Since 2025, we have been listed as a recommended restaurant in the Michelin Guide. Stability is very important to us, and we are delighted every year when this is confirmed by awards and by our guests.
Your hosts Manuela and Milivoj Novak
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Patron & Chef
Milivoj Novak
Endurance / Enthusiasm / Passion / Pleasure-seeker
Completed apprenticeship with excellent results as a catering specialist
Self-employed since I was 22 years old.
Year 2007 with my wife Manuela, Gasthaus in Weinitzen
Acquisition 2008 Starcke Haus to date
Founded my Cooking Oasis in 2020: Personal trainer/private chef cooking courses to pass on what I have learned.
FROM "apprentice" to award-winning chef
REMEMBER: You and your thoughts are the only limit!
FREEDOM to BE what one is meant to BE from the bottom of one's heart... Cooking-Living-Enjoying-with complete conviction,
All my love, Milivoj Novak