Monday, August 6, 2012

Dining In Vienna

When your flights to Vienna land at the Vienna International Airport, be prepared for a journey to the past without losing the flavor of the present. With graceful palaces and majestic parks, the capital of Austria is still in touch with its stately past; however, this destination is not as expensive as its other counterparts like London or Paris.

Starting from cheap flights to Vienna to its inexpensive street food, the city is an apt destination for budget travelers. You can get cheap tickets to Vienna by just booking early; just keep a watch for British Airways Flight Deals or Air France reservations and book your cheap airline tickets.

Vienna’s winning eats
Your culinary tour of Vienna starts as soon as your flights to Vienna land at the Vienna International Airport. With over 50 restaurants, the airport is a fine place to get your first taste of Vienna. In the city, the dining scene has changed in the last decade to embrace innovations and new comers in line with international taste. However, the traditional dining culture of old Vienna, known for its grace and lavishness, is still preserved in many places; don’t miss this experience.

Coffee is a part of Viennese culture; eating at a Kaffeehaus is a stimulating experience and this isn’t just because of the drink. Enjoy the luxury of a hot, satisfying meal in imperially adorned settings at a centuries old coffeehouse to get familiar with the empire that this city once was. Visit CafĂ© Central and Sperl to get an idea; these 19th century coffeehouses are regal, yet reachable with their affordable menus.

Local cuisine features dishes like the Schnitzel, Tafelspitz and Apfelstrudel. Try out these delights in any one of the many taverns in Vienna and you will find that you have developed a taste for Viennese cuisine. However, be warned, the servings in most Viennese restaurants are normally huge; this along with the natural richness of the local cuisine can make you full to the brim. So try these treats only when you are planning for a long afternoon nap and not before an adventure trip.

Where to eat

Steirereck with its reputation as one of the best restaurants in the world ranks high in visitors’ lists of must visit restaurants in Vienna. With its brilliant ambience, view and delicious food, a visit to this restaurant is worth bragging about.

The Palmenhaus, Restaurant Zum Weissen Raunchfangkerer and Alwienerhof are fine dining restaurants to be reserved for truly special occasions. Their ambiance, food and wine are revered by fine-dining connoisseurs.

Tian Vienna and M Lounge are other restaurants serving fine Viennese cuisine. Do & Co at Haas Haus offers excellent food with a view and is a convenient place to dine in while admiring the art treasures of Vienna.

Garden and outdoor dining is yet another favorite experience in Vienna; the Glacis Beisl and Amerlingbeisl are refreshing garden restaurants that make you want to stay on forever.

Street food lovers can take their pick from Semmels, Schnell-Imbiss (sausages) and Frankfurters. Viennese ice creams and bakery food are also known all over the world for their winning taste and textures. Don’t leave Vienna without sampling at least a few of these delights.

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