The Vienna opera house is world famous, as is Schönbrunn Palace and the “real” Sound of Music house in Salzburg. But a trip to Austria isn’t complete without discovering and indulging in the delicious local cuisine. Neighboring countries like Italy and France have conquered the culinary world, while Austria’s food still remains under the radar. But not for long!
Wiener Schnitzel: This Austrian classic consists of a perfectly pounded, lightly breaded and fried piece of veal often served alongside potato salad and lingonberry jam. It can be found at almost every single Viennese eatery.
Schlutzkrapfen: This traditional peasant dish is an Austrian take on ravioli. It’s often filled with seasonal vegetables and goat cheese or meats and served as an appetizer.
Spätzle: A popular egg noodle dish often served alongside meat. Ban and Frauneder fill theirs with Bergkäse (German mountain cheese), wild mushrooms and Brussels sprouts or zucchini (depending on the season).
Also not to be missed is Apfelstrudel (hot apple strudel) for dessert!
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