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Not just a city for cultural connoisseurs, Vienna is also a destination where gastronomes can indulge in consummate culinary experiences Text Tatyana Leonov Photos Attila Glázer
ozart, Beethoven and Strauss are some of the great former Viennese residents who have strolled this city’s streets. Today, visitors to Vienna have the chance to not only relish the magical sensation of treading the footpaths once used by these legendary musicians but to also enjoy the culinary scene that’s emerging on the global stage from a place that’s long been best known for being a source of timeless melodies. Coffee houses that have been celebrated since the late 19th century now attract an influx of admirers keen to step back in time and experience Vienna’s famous coffee culture. The restaurant scene is flourishing too, with Viennese chefs creating delightful meals inspired by this metropolis’ rich past.
Dishes from Labstelle and Konstantin Filipou are reminiscent of modern art
Decadent desserts at Café Central
Coffee houses Drinking coffee and eating good food in Vienna represent more than merely taste. It’s about the experience of being in kaffeehauses (cafés) that brim with people sitting, reading, writing or simply indulging in the glorious pastime of watching the world go by. Vienna is so globally renowned for its cafés that since October 2011, ‘Viennese Coffee House Culture’ has been listed as an ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’ by UNESCO, the World Heritage counterpart that focuses on intangible aspects of culture. >>
The grandiose entrance to the historic Café Central
All Café Central cakes feature beautiful detailing