Welcome to Li’l Vienna

There should be a Little Vienna, everywhere. It’s all artsy style, messy in a good way. It’s kind of European (but not too much), it’s a place to stroll through the cobblestone streets and let the day pass by in a patio cafe. It’s a vision, an idyllic idea. Help us pursue the dream. Food served in little Vienna is all Apple Strudel and Schnitzel. And real Brown Bread, and Würstl with Sauerkraut… It’s just delicious. Plus, tax is already included, all the time. Enjoy.


Little Vienna

Hugo Cocktail – with Prosecco or White Wine

June 28, 2023

Hugo is the younger, hipper cousin of the Aperol spritz. The refreshing and bubbly Italian cocktail contains prosecco (or white wine), elderflower syrup, soda water, mint, and lime. It’s the perfect summer drink!

Elderflower Syrup without Citric Acid

June 14, 2023

This recipe for elderflower syrup doesn’t require citric acid – just lemons. It will keep 1 year. The only ingredients needed are elderflowers, sugar, water, and organic lemons. The syrup is perfect to dilute with water (at a 1:10 ratio) for a summerly, non-alcoholic beverage, or in cocktails like Hugo.

Quick Austrian Egg Dumplings – with Video

May 26, 2023

Easy to prepare Austrian egg dumplings (Eiernockerl). You just need a bowl and spoon to make them. Ready in 20 minutes with 4 ingredients. The dish is one of the most popular vegetarian meals of the Viennese cuisine.

The Best Easter Recipes

April 4, 2023

Easy and delicious Easter recipes, from homemade Easter bunny rolls to traditional Austrian braided yeast breads. The perfect recipes for Easter breakfast and brunch.

My cookbook is out!

October 9, 2022

Dear lovely lilvienna readers: Just a quick note that my second cookbook ‘Taste of Travel’ is available now. Taste of Travel is the name of my other foodblog, written in German. So if you do speak a little German, manage to read it, or are eager to learn some kitchen vocabulary, feel free to get a copy :-). So far, it’s only available in Europe and it’s not yet stocked… continue reading »

One-Bowl Poppy Seed Brownies

September 21, 2021

Super chocolaty, chewy and fudgy poppy seed brownies, Austrian-style. These brownies contain ground poppy seeds, which make them moist and rich and simply delicious!

Austrians love poppy seeds. At least the majority does. So it doesn’t come as a surprise that there are a lot of dishes – sweet and savory – based on poppy seeds. That’s why I call them Austrian-style brownies :)

Healthy Iced Tea – sugar free

September 6, 2021

This iced tea is made of 4 different fresh herbs, and without any sweetener. This way it is a tooth-friendly beverage that is perfect for sipping all day long.

It is cool and refreshing and just perfect for a hot summer day.

Austrian Apricot Sheet Cake

August 6, 2021

This fluffy sponge cake topped with fresh apricots is one of Austria’s most beloved cakes. “Marillenkuchen”, as we call this light apricot sheet cake in Austria, is easily my favorite summer cake! Austrian Apricot Sheet Cake was last modified: September 21st, 2021 by Ursula

Linden flower syrup – ready in 2 days

June 25, 2021

This rich-aroma linden flower syrup has a sweet-floral taste. Use it to sweeten beverages, drizzle it over pancakes and waffles, or to sweeten frostings. Making linden blossom syrup with fresh linden flowers is easy. All you need is linden flowers, sugar, water and citric acid (or lemon juice). Linden flower syrup – ready in 2 days was last modified: June 25th, 2021 by Ursula

Fluffy Easter Bunny Rolls

April 1, 2021

These homemade Easter bunny brioche rolls are made with a soft and fluffy yeast dough. Kids and adults will love them alike! They are perfect for Easter brunch or as a hostess gift, and they’ll complete every Easter basket.

Gluten-Free Poppy Seed Cake (super moist!)

March 23, 2021

This traditional dark Austrian poppy seed cake is super moist, soft and light, and at the same time it tastes rich and nutty. Plus, it’s easy to make (only 6 ingredients). Austrians love it!