Category: Austria

Linzer Cookies, Spitzbuben
Austria, Cookies, European Cuisine, Germany, Recipes, Western Europe

Linzer Cookies: A Taste of Christmas Tradition

There’s something magical about the scent of buttery dough and sweet fruit jelly wafting through the kitchen in December. For me, Linzer Cookies (in German Spitzbuben) are more than just a festive treat—they’re a cherished ritual, a bridge between my Bavarian childhood and the joyful gatherings. These delicate, jewel-like cookies have graced our Christmas table for generations, and every time I bake them, I feel … Continue reading Linzer Cookies: A Taste of Christmas Tradition

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Carinthian Reindling, Austrian Bundt Cake
Austria, Breads and Pastry, Cake and Torte, European Cuisine, Recipes, Western Europe

Carinthian Reindling, an Austrian Bundt Cake

The Reindling cake, reminiscent of the Guglhupf, is a classic Bundt cake from Kärnten, Austria. This delightful treat is enjoyed during special celebrations such as Easter, Christmas, and birthdays. Traditionally baked in a “Rein” (a round cast-iron pot), it can also be prepared using a Bundt pan. The exact origins of the Carinthian Reindling are unclear, but there is evidence of its existence for centuries. … Continue reading Carinthian Reindling, an Austrian Bundt Cake

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Palatschinken, sweet Austrian pancake dessert
Austria, Desserts, European Cuisine, Northern Europe, Recipes, Vegetarian

Palatschinken, a sweet Austrian Pancake Dessert

Palatschinken are Austria’s answer to crêpes—thin, delicate pancakes that are slightly thicker than French crêpes but thinner than American pancakes. They’re traditionally served rolled up like jelly rolls, filled with sweet or savory fillings, and dusted with powdered sugar. Last October I stayed at an Austrian B&B near Salzburg. The Alpine looking home reminded me of my favorite TV show “Der Bergdoktor. It was late … Continue reading Palatschinken, a sweet Austrian Pancake Dessert

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Viehscheid, bringing the cows down to the valley
Austria, European Travel, Germany, Switzerland, Western Europe

Almabtrieb: A Celebration of Alpine Traditions

The Almabtrieb is a picturesque and culturally rich tradition in the Alpine regions of southern Europe. Think of Austria, Switzerland, Germany, Liechtenstein, and northern Italy. It’s not just a cattle drive; it’s a celebration of rural life, seasonal rhythms, and community spirit. It refers to a cattle drive. This event brings the cow herd down from the mountain pastures every end of September. I was … Continue reading Almabtrieb: A Celebration of Alpine Traditions

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German Rumtopf
Austria, Desserts, European Cuisine, Germany, Western Europe

Rumtopf: Layering Seasonal Fruits in Rum

There’s something deeply comforting about recipes that unfold slowly, over weeks and months, gathering flavor and memory as they go. Rumtopf is one of those treasures—a German and Austrian dessert that’s as much a ritual as it is a recipe. Traditionally enjoyed around Christmas, Rumtopf is made by layering seasonal fruits with sugar and soaking them in strong Rum. The result is a boozy, fragrant … Continue reading Rumtopf: Layering Seasonal Fruits in Rum

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Buchteln, sweet baked yeast dumpling in vanilla sauce
Austria, Breads and Pastry, Desserts, European Cuisine, Germany, Recipes, Vegetarian, Western Europe

A Taste of Vienna: The Buchteln that followed me Home

Vienna has a way of slowing time. You enter a traditional coffee house, and the world softens — marble tables, dark wood paneling, waiters in crisp jackets, and the gentle clatter of silver spoons against porcelain cups. One chilly afternoon, I settled into a corner seat, watching the city pass by outside when a plate of warm Buchteln arrived at my table. They looked almost … Continue reading A Taste of Vienna: The Buchteln that followed me Home

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St. Peter Stiftskulinarium
Austria, European History, European Travel, Northern Europe

The oldest Restaurant in Europa is in Salzburg

While wandering through the baroque beauty of Salzburg’s Old Town, we passed a quiet courtyard tucked beside the ancient walls of St. Peter’s Abbey. There, nestled beneath ivy-covered arches and timeworn stone stood a restaurant unlike any other: St. Peter Stiftskulinarium. At first glance, it looked like a charming, historic eatery—but then I remembered what I had read. This wasn’t just any restaurant. This was … Continue reading The oldest Restaurant in Europa is in Salzburg

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