It's hard to go far in Vienna around the Advent period and not find Weihnachtskekse (Christmas biscuits), whether in stores, at seasonal markets, or handed to you by a smiling … [Read more...] about Christmas biscuits
Eating and drinking
For a user-friendly overview of what to eat and drink in Vienna, see here.
Christmas punch
One of the picture-postcard scenes of Vienna in the Advent period is a group of friends standing round a tall table at an open-air market, each clutching a mug of Christmas … [Read more...] about Christmas punch
Drinking Water
Many visitors to a foreign city want to know if you can drink the water. Well, in Vienna, mineral water comes out of the taps. And I'm only half joking. Can you drink the … [Read more...] about Drinking Water
Tipping
Tipping habits and amounts are pretty much the same in Vienna as elsewhere in major European cities. But here some quick advice on who to tip (and how: particularly in … [Read more...] about Tipping
Supermarkets
Vienna's supermarkets are a treasure trove for tourists. All the chains offer decent quality at surprisingly reasonable prices for the capital city of a wealthy … [Read more...] about Supermarkets
Ordering and paying for food and drink
The vast majority of cafés, bars and restaurants in Vienna are table service only. Often even those that look like you should order at the bar. And often even those that look … [Read more...] about Ordering and paying for food and drink