I know what you're thinking, Austria is full of Ski-Bums, Mountains and Lederhosen. Whilst this may be true in part, I think the most incredible thing about Austria is not its architecture or even its incredible culture. Sure, you can go skiing and of course it's bloody beautiful, but what is better than skiing? Ok, almost nothing, BUT, my two favourite parts of skiing have to be the two greatest events a human can experience; Lunch and Apres Ski.
The food in Austria is absolutely incredible. Fact. If you're a 'vegetarian' do not come here (unless you don't mind eating outside with the cows). Austria's diet is composed of 4 things; Meat, Cheese, Potato and more Meat. For me, this is a god-send. Nothing tastes better than meat, except meat covered in cheese. The Austrians understand this and have crafted their diet around this fact which the rest of the World seems not to know (except the Americans, but they put cheese on everything, their kids love it).
Since being in this 'schönes Land', my diet has been in a worse state than Lindsay Lohan's driving after a night-out. I think it's time to show you some of Austria's best delicacies:
You might know it better as 'Escalope Milanese' but don't be fooled. This bad boy is Austrian through and through and is one of the most well-known and well-loved meals in Austria. The word 'Wiener' literally means 'from Vienna' (Think 'Hamburger' - from Hamburg etc.) These incredible plates of meat are made from either Pork, Turkey or, slightly controversially but even more tasty, Veal. A variation on the Schnitzel comes in the 'Cordon Bleu' (pictured). The one pictured was twice the size as it is in the photo when I started to get my chops around it. The 'Cordon Bleu' is made by stuffing the Schnitzel with, you guessed it, cheese and ham. Amazeballs.
Würstl mit Senf und SemmelI LIVE off this stuff. Seriously, 3 times a day. Frankfurter boiled in salt water gives it that incredible crunch when you bite into it. Served with a side of smooth 'Senf' or mustard and a nice 'Semmel' bread roll. The stuff of dreams,
To improve, add cheese.
'Cream-coloured Ponies and crisp Apple Strudels... '
So, you eaten your own body-weight in dead cow and now, it's time to wash it all down with a delightfully refreshing and delicious 'Kuchen' or, cake. In my opinion, nothing is better for this than Apple Strudel. Cinnamon, Apples, Sultanas and pastry. A match made in heaven!
There you have it ladies and gentlemen, my incredibly healthy diet. Austrian Ski Team here I come!
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