Traveling to new countries brings new experiences, new people, new memories, and new foods. Vienna is filled with restaurants that offer a variety of traditional dishes. While in Vienna expand your pallet and get a true taste of Vienna culture.
Vienna Schnitzel or Wiener Schnitzel is the national dish of Austria. This thin cutlet of veal is coated with a thin layer of breading and then fried to perfection and has become a popular dish for Austrians. Paired with a number of sides, from french fries, roasted potatoes, German Spaetzle, or apple and carrot slaw, this famous dish is sure to leave a great taste in your mouth.
Tafelspitz is another national dish of beef, usually paired with apples, breadcrumbs, or baked potatoes. This dish was a favorite of Franz Joseph I, the emperor of Austria. Another tasty treat you must try is the Goulash. This local stew is a classic in Austrian culture and is found in most Vienna restaurants.
Once you’ve finished with the main course, it’s only natural to move on to the desserts. Vienna has many classic desserts that will be sure to leave your taste buds dancing. The Apfelstrudel, a super thin, crispy pastry filled with a mixture of raisins, cinnamon, apples, and breadcrumbs, is one of the best-known pastries in the country. Sachertorte was invented by Franz Sacher at just 16 years old and has become so famous, there is a National Sachertorte Day devoted to this chocolate cake, apricot jam, and dark chocolate icing dessert. Punschkrapfe, known for its hot pink color, is a punch cake filled with apricot jam and nougat chocolate, soaked in rum.
Whether you visit one of Vienna’s classic restaurants or one of its many bistro cafes, you are guaranteed the full Vienna experience. Make sure you review your qualifications and stay on track to qualify and come dine with us in Vienna!
