Wine & Culinary in Austria

In recent years Austria has emerged as a paradise for anyone who enjoys pampering the palate. Farmers, wine-makers and restaurateurs alike have discovered a new sense of identity and sophistication. This effort lead to a modern-day Austrian cuisine composed of the very best produce to be found in Austria's well-tendered woodlands and mountain pastures, its orchards and vineyards.

The leading Austrian chefs de cuisine are making their mark on the international culinary scene, while the country's foremost wines regularly garner top prizes at international tastings. Today, Austria blends this world-class cuisine and its authentic "Gemuetlichkeit" at reasonable prices to a compelling offer for every connoisseur.

Many of the famous Austrian recipes, wheather Sachertorte or Salzburger Nockerl, Kaiserschmarrn or Marillenknödel, fall into this category, and are the shining highlights of every Austrian kitchen - cookies, desserts, pastries, cakes of every description. Apart from Mehlspeisen a variety of meat dishes, venison and fowl recipes can be found in Austria.