A rich and comforting dish, Käsknöpfle is similar to German Spätzle but softer and cheesier, made with a mix of local mountain cheeses and topped with crispy onions. ¹⁾

A traditional hearty breakfast or dinner dish made from coarse cornmeal, slowly roasted in butter until it forms crispy golden crumbles. Often served with apple sauce or sour milk. ²⁾

A quirky twist on Käsknöpfle, where apple sauce is served alongside the cheese dumplings—a sweet and savory combination that surprises many first-time eaters! ³⁾

This heavily smoked, slightly sweet pork belly is a regional delicacy. Unlike typical Austrian Speck, it has a deeper, woodsy aroma from long smoking over beechwood. ⁴⁾

A light but flavorful broth-based soup with thin, savory pancake strips floating in it—popular across Vorarlberg, especially in winter. ⁵⁾

A sweet, dark porridge made from rye flour, milk, and honey, slowly cooked until thick and creamy. This dish is almost forgotten outside traditional households. ⁶⁾

Unlike the Swiss version, Vorarlberg Rösti includes mountain cheese and crispy bacon, making it a heartier and richer variation of the dish. ⁷⁾

A special carnival-time dessert, these fried doughnut-like pastries are enjoyed during the traditional Vorarlberg bonfire festival (Funkensonntag). ⁸⁾

Traditional almond-flour cookies with a beautiful pressed pattern, similar to springerle but softer and infused with cinnamon or lemon zest. ⁹⁾

A creamy cheese spread made from mashed potatoes, sour cream, and soft cheese, spread on bread or served as a dip—common in mountain huts. ¹⁰⁾

Another sweet carnival treat, these thin, deep-fried pastries are sprinkled with sugar and enjoyed hot. They melt in your mouth and are highly addictive! ¹¹⁾

A unique flatbread baked with a cheesy filling, often served at festivals and paired with wine or beer. It’s a rustic yet flavorful snack. ¹²⁾

This variation of beef tartare uses locally raised mountain cattle, and the seasoning includes mustard, horseradish, and regional Schnaps for a punchy kick. ¹³⁾

These tiny dumplings are made with a unique, slightly sour Zieger cheese, then tossed in butter and fresh herbs—a lighter, more herbaceous alternative to Käsknöpfle. ¹⁴⁾

A hot or cold fruit soup made from lingonberries, slightly thickened with potato starch and sweetened with honey—a forgotten but delicious dessert. ¹⁵⁾