Vanillekipferl are small crescent shaped sugar cookies that originated from Austria. They are most often prepared around Christmas but can be enjoyed anytime of the year. Ingredients 2/3 cup (150 grams) unsalted butter, cold 3/4 cup (210 grams) all-purpose unbleached flour 1/2 cup (80 grams) ground hazelnuts or ground almonds 1/3 cup (80 grams) confectioner’s [...]
The coffee house or kaffeehaus is one of Austria’s most famous and well-established institutions, dating back from the sixthteenth century when the beverage was first introduced into the region. It is the place where great writers, poets, philosophers, and composers gathered and spent their time. The famous journal Die Fackel by Karl Kraus is said [...]
Do you live in the San Francisco area? Want to learn how to make German bread? The San Francisco Baking Institute is offering a 5 day workshop on German bread making from September 7-11th 2009. The workshop focuses on traditional breads including sourdough rye, whole grain spelt bread, and pumpernickel. Participants will also learn how [...]
What is a bogrács? A bogrács is a heavy pot used to cook outdoors, usually over a wood fire. It has a distinctive round shape and is made with either stainless steel, porcelain, cast iron, or cooper with some pots containing an enameled coating. Bogrács come in a variety of sizes from small to very large. In English, [...]
