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10 things I love about austria

Kipferl, named after the half-moon shaped Austrian shortbread, offers anything from the classic wiener schnitzel and käsespätzle to sachertorte. Diners can sip various types of grüner veltliner in the cosy, chalet-like location in Islington, north London. They also have an online shop that delivers cakes, wines and more all over the UK. kipferl.co.uk, @kipferl_london

1 Sachertorte

The most famous Austrian cake with the two characteristic layers of apricot jam and a thick chocolate icing. This cake is a firm favourite in its hometown of Vienna but equally popular outside of Austria. Created for Prince Metternich by the young Franz Sacher in 1832, the prince wanted a special dessert for his guests – the rest is

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