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You know that Austrian cuisine has come of age when you see the incredible array of products in Julius Meinl, a food store established in Vienna in 1826. The owner is the fifth generation of the family to run this business which has a fantastic deli on the first floor and a wine bar in the cellar. They roast their own coffee, make wonderful marmalades, and sell fabulous liverwurst and freshly made salads. You can smell the cheese long before you see it, the fish section is a treat and I adore these glistening marzipan fruits which are so cheery and festive. Chefs across Austria are creating a new cuisine with subtle textures and polished flavours, but at this Viennese icon, the old and the new waltz to the same tune.
Photo & text © Christine Salins
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I love European food markets and Austria (Salzburg in particular) is one of my favourite cities in the world. Not sure why, I just love visiting. Great music, good food, wonderful views. Chilled lemon soup from Austria is one of my faves.
You’re right, Maureen. Salzburg is a truly beautiful city.
This deli sounds amazing!
I’m glad I read this fully as I was concerned about those fruits! They looked far too exotic for Austria 😀 My husband has been to Vienna a few times for work but sadly I haven’t been able to tag along. It is on my to-do list of romantic destinations. And now I know it is a foodies one too, it has been bumped further up the list!
Hi there, Christine. Loved being reminded of Vienna. I’ve only been there once, for a short time, but would love to get back to explore some places like these. Lovely. Andrea
Hope you get there soon, Andrea!