Christmas markets and the yummy food are maybe one of the most exciting things during winter time, right? And with the arrival of Advent and the markets, the whole city begins to smell like Christmas. So, if you are spending your holidays in Vienna this year, these are the Christmas market foods you should try.
Weihnachtsstollen
Although Stollen is originally a German Christmas treat, it is very popular among Austrians, as well. This fruit bread of nuts, spices, dried or candied fruit, and marzipan, coated with powdered sugar is a must-try Christmas specialty. Stollen is sliced and is usually served with butter, honey, or jam.
Austrian Fruit Bread
Austrian fruit bread aka Kletzenbrot is a dense fruit-based dark bread. Fruit commonly used for making this Austrian treat includes dried pears, figs, dates, and raisins. Back in the days, Kletzenbrot was the part of the autumn gifts that children received for St. Nicholas Day which is celebrated on the 6th, December.
Maroni and Bratkartoffel
Oh, who doesn’t love the smell of roasted chestnuts? Slightly salted and served in a paper cone, Maroni is an unavoidably Christmas market food. Same goes for the mouthwatering Bratkartoffeln aka roasted potato wedges.
