Understanding Vienna

better together

Croatian Cuisine: Discover The Mouthwatering Fusion of Fresh Flavor & Tradition (And 3 Unique Croatian Specialties to Try)

Croatian cuisine embodies culinary diversity. Croatian cuisine is a rich and diverse blend of flavors, ingredients and culinary traditions lovingly passed down from grandmother to mother and mother to daughter. The cuisine is a unique fusion of flavors that is both delicious and deeply rooted in the country’s history and …

Lenten Pickled Herring: Why Viennese Traditionally Eat Heringsschmaus on Ash Wednesday (Where to Eat & Buy Plus a Recipe to Try)

On the day after Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras, Catholics worldwide begin the solemn season of Lent. This is a time of sacrifice and reflection when rich and indulgent foods are avoided in favor of simple, nourishing meals. In Austria, this transition is marked by a traditional dish called Heringsschmaus …

Billy Joel’s “Vienna”: his most Popular Song, is a Melancholic Ballad with a Timeless Message and Heartwarming Backstory

Billy Joel’s “Vienna” remains his most popular song, even though the song was never released as a single or became a hit. “Vienna” is a melancholic ballad that is widely regarded as one of Billy Joel’s signature songs. The song features a piano-driven melody and introspective lyrics that speak to …

Getting Around in Vienna

Vienna has a well-connected public transport system. The public transport system is inexpensive, frequent, fast, clean, efficient, and rarely overcrowded. Wiener Linien is the municipal transport authority Their tickets and passes cover all city train and subway services and nearly all tram and bus services Buy network passes for reasonable, …

Dahlias in Vienna’s Botanical Gardens: The Flower of War, Food & Medicine

In Search of Dahlias, Edible Bulbs, in the 3rd District of Vienna. Dahlias are beloved around the world as decorative flowers. But did you know that they are valued not just for their beauty but also as culinary delicacies? Both the tubers and the petals can be used in cooking. …

GDPR Cookie Consent with Real Cookie Banner