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Zotter Chocolate Factory
Once upon a time around 1990 there was a master confectioner who thought that all the existing chocolate creations on the market were simply a little bit too boring. So after business hours he started to explore in the quietness of his company’s back room...
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Schilcherland
Supposedly time passes by slower in Schilcherland than anywhere else. At least this is claimed by anyone who has spent some time enjoying a glass of wine at a typical wine tavern – “Buschenschank” – within the soft hills of south-western Styria.
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Affordable Gourmet Dining
With first-hand local knowledge, we've compiled a list of the best Austrian eateries, to guarantee a gourmet gastronomic break, whatever time of the year you might be visiting.
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Austria's Wine Regions
Austria’s vibrant wine scene has earned a worldwide reputation for quality and innovation and is the destination for those seeking energy, culture, and charm. The incredible thing about Austria is that all of its wine regions are easy to visit. In fact, once you step off the plane in Vienna, you have already arrived in one of the world’s most unique wine regions.
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The Gasthaus Haberl
Once the famous chef of the well-established Hotel Sacher in Vienna, Hans Peter Fink has taken over the traditional rural inn of his in-laws and was awarded with two "Gault Millau" hats right away.
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Styrian Pot Roast
This pork pot roast is a favourite from Styria, served with grated apple, horseradish and caraway potatoes.
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Pure Indulgence
In Austria a number of regions have got together to create themed routes that invite you to explore rural history with gastronomic delights all along the way.
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Rauch-Hof
In the Schilcherland with its vineyards and wine taverns you will find a gastronomic piece of art: At the Rauch-Hof you are welcome to lounge within the idyllic setting, enjoy outstanding food and discover unique culture.
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Austrian Beer - Cheers!
A good beer has only four ingredients: water, grain, a little hops and yeast. The rest depends on the brewer’s skill, but in Austria, thankfully, they have got plenty!
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A late-night institution: the Würstelstand
After a long night of revelry, there is nothing like a hearty snack to avoid a rude awakening the next day. These food stalls are specialized in serving a wide range of sausages and staying open until dawn.
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Lord of the Kaffeehaus
Almost as iconic as the Austrian Kaffeehäuser (coffee houses) themselves, are their waiters. If you have achieved a certain standing at a Kaffeehaus because of generous tips or repeat visits you may be awarded a title like doctor.
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Easter Markets in Styria
Step into spring with lovingly detailed gift items, home-made dishes of the region and local customs such as "Palmbuschbinden" on your Easter break in Styria.
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Guten Appetit! Eating with Austrians
Austrians take their food seriously and this dedication shows in their gastronomic rituals.There are rituals to wish one another 'Guten Appetit' or 'Mahlzeit'
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Prost! Drinking with Austrians
Drinking has its own ceremonial protocol in Austria, in which eye-contact plays a central role. Austria's favourite digestive is a shot of Schnaps. You are likely to be offered a shot, after a meal.
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Styria’s Meisterstrasse
Traditional handicrafts, some using methods handed down for centuries, are very much alive in Styria. Fifty master craftsmen making hand-crafted treasures can be found on a journey along the Meisterstrasse.
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Pelzmann Pumpkin Seed Oil
Pumpkin seed oil is known as the black gold of Southern Styria. Pumpkins were first imported by Christoph Columbus after the discovery of America. These days a modest, family-run oil press has become the world’s biggest producer of this Austrian delicacy: Pelzmann Pumkin Seed Oil.
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Kaffeehaus Coffee Culture
Every Kaffeehaus is different, but certain rules and regulations are honoured everywhere. Especially Vienna is known for its traditional coffee.
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Austria's Most Popular Markets
Farmers’ market, flea market or potters’ market: Markets are a feast for all senses and a celebration of colours, scents and voices.
Austrian Market Culture
Activities in Austria
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