Step into Austria’s festive kitchens, where centuries of culture and tradition shape every Christmas dish. From the elegance of Vienna’s coffeehouses to the rustic charm of Tyrolean farmhouses, these recipes reveal how Habsburg grandeur, peasant ingenuity, and seasonal rituals have influenced Austrian holiday cuisine, preserving the rich flavors and stories of generations.

A guide to preparing a traditional spiced apple cider using the first harvest of autumn apples that have been touched by initial frost, incorporating warming spices like cinnamon and cloves, simmered slowly, and served hot with an optional orange slice garnish.