Viennese Cuisine
Much more than just Wiener Schnitzel
At the three restaurants of the Schick hotels you may learn to know all facets of the Viennese cuisine. The restaurants Kronprinz Rudolph, Himmelsstube and Wiener Wirtschaft are wholeheartedly dedicated to Viennese specialities – each restaurant in a different way.
But what makes the genuine Viennese cuisine typical? First of all, Vienna is the only metropolis which actually comes up with a completely independent cuisine. Of course, there are certain parallels with the Austrian cuisine – nevertheless, the Viennese cuisine is understood as being autonomous. The reasons for this can be found in Vienna’s historical development: for centuries Vienna was the power centre of Europe. People from the whole of the Habsburgian empire came to the regent’s city to live and work here. In the melting pot of cultures the cuisines also mixed to an exciting new cuisine – the Viennese cuisine. Influences from Hungary – like the goulash – or Bohemia – like the delicious confections of pastry – and even from the Turkish beleaguerers characterise the Viennese cuisine.
Without doubt, Wiener Schnitzel counts among the classics of the Viennese cuisine, stemming from the calf in its original version. Tafelspitz – cooked beef – is also one favourite. Viennese goulash is especially rich in variations– the restaurant Wiener Wirtschaft offers 14 interpretations alone. On the other hand, at the restaurant Kronprinz Rudolph Viennese roulades are the main topic. Of course, it is impossible to imagine the culinary landscape of Vienna without the numerous sweet temptations like Kaiserschmarren, sweet dumplings or opulent gateaux like the Sacher-Torte. Those who want to prepare Viennese cuisine meals at home should have a look at the homepage of the restaurants of the Schick hotels – there you will find recipes for the most important dishes.