Austrian Esterhazy Rostbraten Braised Beef Sirloin Sour Cream Sauce

Austrian Esterhazy rostbraten braised beef sirloin sour cream sauce

Esterhazy Rostbraten – a braised beef sirloin in a rich creamy sauce – is a dish sent down to us mere mortals from the glory days of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It was a time when a quality slab of meat was the height of dinner-time decadence and the family name Esterhazy was synonymous with luxury. With all the elements of a … Read more

Sachertorte: Austrian Layered Chocolate Cake

Sachertorte: Austrian Layered Chocolate Cake

Today is a very special day. Yes, it’s Sinterklaas in Holland and Father’s Day in Thailand, but that’s not the reason why today is such a special food day. In fact, unless you’re a native of Vienna, Austria, or a buff on the Viennese cuisine, you might not immediately associate December 5 with National Sachertorte Day. … Read more