Author: Andrea Hall
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Liptauer – A Simple Spread | Yorkshire Kaiserschmarrn
Nothing screams ” Brotjause ” to me than a nice piece of Rye bread with Liptauer… or Party time than Salt Pretzel sticks (like Soletti) with Liptauer. When I was growing up in Austria, there was almost always some kind of spread in the fridge. Whether it was for breakfast, an afternoon snack or a…
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Where to Buy Good Sausages in the UK | Yorkshire Kaiserschmarrn
I still remember the first time I properly ate a sausage after moving to the UK. It looked right enough — browned, simple, nothing unusual. Something you’d expect on a plate without needing to think about it too much. But when I bit into it, I remember pausing slightly. It tasted very… direct. Very meaty.…
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Austrian Nudelsalat (Pasta Salad)
As soon as the weather warms up in Austria, you’ll find bowls of Nudelsalat appearing on almost every buffet table. Whether it’s a family barbecue, a birthday party, a village festival or a picnic by the lake, pasta salad is one of those dishes that everyone seems to make. There isn’t one single Austrian recipe.…
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Nizza Salad – A Colourful Summer Classic
Nizza Salad was one of those dishes that regularly appeared during summer when I was growing up in Austria. It was especially popular when we had family gatherings or needed something light for lunch on hot days. While it originated in France, versions of Nizzasalat have become a staple across Austria and Germany, often appearing…
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Zigeunerschnitzel (Paprikaschnitzel)
Traditionally, this dish was known as Zigeunerschnitzel in Austria and Germany, and that is still the name many people of my generation grew up hearing. However, the word Zigeuner is now widely recognised as a derogatory term for Romani and Sinti people. As a result, many restaurants and food manufacturers have renamed the dish. Common…
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Austrian Summer Drinks: Hugo & Weißer Spritzer
When the weather gets warm in Austria, people spend as much time outside as possible. Long evenings in the garden, visits to a Heuriger, lakeside cafés, or relaxed dinners with family and friends are a huge part of Austrian summer culture — and there are two drinks you’ll see almost everywhere: Hugo and Weißer Spritzer.…
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Gurkensalat – Cucumber salad with Vinaigrette
There are some recipes that instantly bring back childhood memories, and Austrian Gurkensalat is definitely one of them. This simple cucumber salad -was always part of summer dinners growing up – usually served alongside Schnitzel, grilled meats, or anything eaten outside on warm evenings – or just by itself. This salad was also one of…
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Where to Buy Good Paprika in the UK
One of the ingredients I struggled with most after moving to the UK was paprika. Not because British supermarkets do not sell it — they absolutely do — but because it often tastes completely different from the paprika I grew up with in Austria. If you cook dishes like Paprikahendl, Gulasch, Letscho or even some…
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Paprikahendl – Creamy Austrian Paprika Chicken
Paprikahendl has been a family favourite in our house for years. It is one of those comforting dishes that feels simple, hearty and full of flavour at the same time. Tender chicken, sweet peppers and a creamy paprika sauce make it perfect for a cosy dinner with Spätzle, rice or potatoes. For my children I…
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Austria’s National Holiday – 70 year jubilee
This year, Austria celebrates a very special National Holiday: 26 October marks 70 years since the country declared its permanent neutrality in 1955. It’s a day to reflect on Austria’s independence, history, and peaceful stance in Europe. While it’s not celebrated with the large festivities of Christmas or Easter, many Austrians take the day to…