Austrian Cuisine: From Schnitzel to Sachertorte
  • 1. Austrian cuisine is known for its rich and hearty dishes that reflect the country's cultural diversity and history. From the iconic Wiener Schnitzel, a breaded and fried veal cutlet, to the decadent Sachertorte, a chocolate cake with apricot jam, Austrian food offers a range of flavors and textures that delight the senses. Traditional dishes like Tafelspitz (boiled beef with horseradish), Kaiserschmarrn (fluffy shredded pancakes), and Käsekrainer (cheese-filled sausages) showcase the unique blend of influences from neighboring countries like Italy, Hungary, and Germany. Whether you're savoring a cozy meal in a traditional Viennese cafe or exploring street food vendors in Salzburg, Austrian cuisine is sure to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.

    What is a traditional Austrian dish made of breaded and fried meat, typically served with a lemon wedge?
A) Goulash
B) Wiener Wurst
C) Strudel
D) Schnitzel
  • 2. Which popular Austrian dessert consists of chocolate sponge cake with a layer of apricot jam and dark chocolate icing?
A) Kaiserschmarrn
B) Apple Strudel
C) Linzer Torte
D) Sachertorte
  • 3. What is the name of the famous Austrian coffee house established in 1876, known for its historical ambiance and traditional Viennese pastries?
A) Dunkin' Donuts
B) Starbucks
C) Costa Coffee
D) Café Central
  • 4. Which Austrian dish consists of dumplings filled with plum jam, coated in buttered bread crumbs, and often served as a dessert?
A) Rösti
B) Goulash
C) Knödel
D) Kaiserschmarrn
  • 5. What is the traditional Austrian dumpling made from potatoes or bread, often served with meat dishes or in soups?
A) Gnocchi
B) Roti
C) Knödel
D) Spätzle
  • 6. Which popular Austrian side dish consists of shredded and fried potatoes, often served with sausages or schnitzel?
A) Semmelknödel
B) Rösti
C) Pretzel
D) Kartoffelsalat
  • 7. What is the traditional Austrian dessert made of layers of thin pastry filled with sweet ingredients such as apples or cherries?
A) Nockerl
B) Mohnnudeln
C) Strudel
D) Apfelkuchen
  • 8. Which of the following is a popular Austrian meat stew flavored with paprika and often served with dumplings or noodles?
A) Schnitzel
B) Wiener Wurst
C) Bratwurst
D) Goulash
  • 9. Which classic Austrian dish consists of roasted pork with a crispy skin, often served with sauerkraut and dumplings?
A) Zürcher Geschnetzeltes
B) Tafelspitz
C) Leberknödel Suppe
D) Schweinsbraten
  • 10. What is the name of the Austrian dish made of veal cutlets coated in breadcrumbs and fried, usually served with a potato salad?
A) Käsespätzle
B) Sauerkraut
C) Wiener Schnitzel
D) Rahmschnitzel
  • 11. Which traditional Austrian soup is made with beef broth, sliced pancake strips, and sprinkled with chives?
A) Frittatensuppe
B) Leberknödelsuppe
C) Käsekrainer Suppe
D) Gulaschsuppe
  • 12. Which renowned Viennese restaurant is famous for its Tafelspitz, a prime boiled beef dish served with various side dishes?
A) KFC
B) Hard Rock Cafe
C) Plachutta
D) Burger King
  • 13. What is the name of the Austrian dish that consists of boiled beef served with horseradish and roasted potatoes?
A) Wiener Schnitzel
B) Sachertorte
C) Linzer Torte
D) Tafelspitz
  • 14. Which delicious Austrian pastry is a flaky dough filled with apples, sugar, and cinnamon?
A) Sachertorte
B) Salzburger Nockerl
C) Linzer Torte
D) Apfelstrudel
  • 15. In Austrian cuisine, what is a popular soft drink flavored with herbs and often enjoyed with a slice of lemon?
A) Kernöl
B) Fruchtsaft
C) Almdudler
D) Radler
  • 16. What traditional Austrian dish is a type of potato salad that includes vinegar, onions, and beef broth dressing?
A) Bauernsterz
B) Palatschinken
C) Maronisuppe
D) Erdäpfelsalat
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