For many gourmets, Austrian cuisine is one of the highest culinary delights in the world. That is why travelers are drawn to the former Austro-Hungarian monarchy on the Danube not just for sightseeing. In addition to the many cultural and historical excursion destinations, Austria offers its visitors a whole range of award-winning chefs and excellent restaurants. Lucullan surprises are offered at top addresses in all nine federal states. However, they all have one thing in common: the hearty, traditional Austrian cuisine and dishes made from the very best ingredients. The connection to the region must never be missing. And so it is not surprising that almost all products and food items are of organic quality and travel fresh from the field directly to the plate. And there, they delight with Wiener Schnitzel, Powideldatschkerl (plum jam dumplings), dumplings in all variations, and, of course, the famous Viennese beef goulash. Speaking of Vienna â the state capital in the east of Austria is, of course, the first port of call for many culinary guests, because in Vienna, they still know how to live!
Viennese cuisine â as diverse as the city itself!
Vienna is something special. Because no other city in the world is the namesake of an independent style of dining, namely the world-famous Viennese cuisine. A wide variety of countries have had a great influence on this typical culinary art in the past, which is truly unique. Who doesn't know the Viennese sausage stand? Nowhere else can you eat such good sausages on the go, and at any time of day or night. A must on a Vienna vacation. The Viennese wine, which thrives directly in the city's hills under the best conditions, should also not be missing when enjoying typical dishes in the Austrian capital.
In a 'Heuriger' (wine tavern), things get hearty: spreads, roast pork, pork knuckles, dumplings, and, of course, a Kaiserschmarrn for dessert. Or would you prefer Palatschinken (crepes)? Paper-thin and filled with apricot jam from the Wachau? With the practical iPhone app from Expedia, you can find the right accommodation for a stay in Vienna. The best restaurants are not only located in the center; you can also dine well and happily in the outer districts of Vienna. Because in the Viennese 'Beisln' (bistros), people meet, eat together, and always have something to talk about. That is also where the original 'Viennese SchmÀh' (charm/wit) is at home. Here, you discover the real, original Vienna.
Waiter, another Melange, please!
Expedia.at offers hotels for every "taste," while the countless coffee houses in and around Vienna offer coffee enjoyment for every taste. For many locals, a trip to their favorite café is on the agenda not just on Sundays. Every day, the Viennese begin and end their daily routine with a Melange, the daily newspaper, a piece of Sacher torte or apple strudel, and plenty of time. Because that is something they still have here: time. It has become rare to see people sitting at a table for an hour or more, completely relaxed. At peace with themselves, delighted by the fluffiness of the curd strudel in front of them, with a good cup of coffee. That is a calm way to start the day. Or to let it fade away.
Austrian cookbooks are full of delicacies from the entire country, and Vienna in particular has a wealth of genuine specialties to offer. In summer, the 'Schanigarten' (sidewalk café) beckons with a cool beer under the mighty branches of a chestnut tree, which provides a welcome shade. And in the Viennese Beisl, discussions about God and the world continue late into the night. Naturally, always accompanied by Tafelspitz, Schinkenfleckerl (ham noodles), Frittatensuppe (pancake soup), and Gugelhupf (bundt cake). To finish, a small glass of homemade schnapps, while the Viennese song sings of life, love, and farewells.
But whoever has been to Vienna once will return, because Vienna, oh you my Vienna, I will not forget you.
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