Graz Food & Drink Culture
Traditional dishes, local drinks, and what to try when eating in Graz
Must-Try Styrian Specialties
- •Pumpkin Seed Oil (Kürbiskernöl): Styria's liquid gold, drizzled on everything from salads to ice cream
- •Käferbohnen: Local beans often served as a salad with pumpkin seed oil
- •Backhendl: Crispy fried chicken, Austrian comfort food
- •Verhackert: Spicy spread made from lard, paprika, and onions
- •Schilcher: Rosé wine unique to Western Styria
- •Apfelstrudel: Apple strudel, best enjoyed warm with vanilla sauce
- •Kernöl-Eis: Pumpkin seed oil ice cream - yes, it's delicious!
Where to Eat Like a Local
Head to a Buschenschank (traditional wine tavern) for authentic Styrian snacks and local wine. These are seasonal (look for a green branch outside) and offer a genuine taste of regional culture.
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