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.
More on Gasthaus HaberlIn 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.
More on Rauch-HofWhile the architecture of a region obviously shapes its surroundings, the opposite is just as true. It is thus little wonder that Styria, which boasts such a varied landscape, is incredibly diverse in terms of its buildings too.
An Architectural Round Trip of StyriaAustria’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.
More on Austria's Wine RegionsSupposedly 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.
More on SchilcherlandDrinking 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.
Drinking with AustriansA 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!
Different Types of Austrian Beer