About Gumpoldskirchen is a small village with a long history of viticulture. Settlement dates back to prehistoric times; winemaking dates back to the 12 and 13th centuries, making it home to one of Austria’s oldest wineries, Freigut Thallern is a local winery that has produced wine without interruption since 1141 and is now a destination…
Maldives: Paradise Found and Lost
Located in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives captivates holiday-goers with crystal clear oceans and pristine white beaches, but there’s a side no one wants to talk about: behind all of the cleverly angled photos of scenery and happy-go-lucky guests holding pretty blue cocktails are exorbitant hidden costs and some of the world’s most fucking miserable…
Znojmo: A Historic, Fortified Destination & Prime Winemaking Sub-Region of South Moravia
Znojmo is a scenic, historic town located in South Moravia, Czech Republic that makes for a exciting getaway or stop on a multi-city tour.
How to make sour cream from cottage cheese
Making “sour cream” from cottage cheese is the most basic and quick fix you can create in your kitchen. Although this is so simple that it barely warrants a recipe card, it’s something I make multiple times a week – I never remember to purchase sour cream – so I thought I would share it…
Chicken Salad Slaw
A mashup of chicken salad and coleslaw, this very easy recipe is great on it’s own, served on a sandwich, or as a side dish at your next barbecue. It’s cost-friendly and takes just minutes to prepare (or can be prepared a day ahead of time). I had chicken breasts still attached to the bones,…
Frittatensuppe (traditional Austrian soup with crepe noodles)
Hello, everyone! I am happy to share with you one of our favorite soups: Frittatensuppe. Since it is my husband’s favorite, it’s a recipe I make often at home and constantly enjoy. It’s also something we enjoy often at restaurants in Austria as our appetizer, or to begin a home-cooked family meal. Frittatensuppe requires very little…
Potato pancake crust pie with a filling of ricotta and greens
I made this potato pancake ‘pie’ because I had a problem in my pantry and needed an immediate solution: I had a large number of potatoes had no business sitting around my kitchen anymore and bits and pieces of cheeses, herbs, and vegetables. I try hard not to waste, so my solution evolved into this…
Roast Chicken with Crispy, Seasoned Skin
Roast chicken is a meal that everyone should learn to cook and then make it again and again until it’s their very own beautiful creation. That is exactly what I have done here. I have watched my family make turkeys and chickens and learned little tricks and preferences for taste along the way. I’ve read…
Roasted Cauliflower & Garlic Soup, Two Ways
The method of this soup can be used for such a large variety of vegetables. I know that you can swap the cauliflower for broccoli, and I do not see why this cannot translate to potatoes, leeks, carrots, or any other vegetables that roast well and has a good, hearty flavor. If you don’t have…
Bärlauch (Wild Garlic) Spätzle
What is Spätzle? Spätzle is an Austrian (and German) egg noodle that is shaped by pressing dough through the holes of either a spätzle maker or a slotted spoon. You do not need any fancy material to make spätzle. Having the proper cheeses is important to make Käsespätzle (cheese spätzle), but fortunately, we are making Bärlauch…