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 +====== Zürich cuisine ======
  
 +==== Zürcher Geschnetzeltes (Veal in Creamy White Wine Sauce) ====
 +The city’s signature dish — thinly sliced veal sautéed and simmered in white wine, cream, onions, and stock, typically served with Rösti. Elegant and comforting. [([[https://www.food.com/recipe/zurcher-geschnetzeltes-zurich-style-veal-strips-in-cream-sauce-471844|Food]])]
 +
 +==== Rösti Zürcher Art (Crispy Potatoes Zürich Style) ====
 +Though a Swiss classic, the Zürich version adds bacon, onions, or cheese for extra indulgence. A crispy, golden potato cake served as a main or side. [([[https://baketotheroots.de/zuercher-geschnetzeltes-mit-roesti/|Bake to the Rots]])]
 +
 +==== Zürcher Eintopf (One-Pot Meat Stew) ====
 +A lesser-known rustic dish made with local sausages, root vegetables, and beans, slowly stewed and served with crusty bread. [([[https://www.about.ch/culture/food/zuercher_eintopf.html|About]])]
 +
 +==== Züri-Tirggel (Spiced Honey Biscuits) ====
 +Traditional Christmas cookies with intricately carved designs, made from honey, flour, and spices, often depicting Zürich’s skyline, animals, or legends. [([[https://crawfishandcaramel.com/tirggel-traditional-honey-cookies-of-zurich/|Crawfish and Caramel]])]
 +
 +==== Egli Knusperli (Crispy Perch Fillets) ====
 +Freshwater perch from Lake Zürich, breaded and fried, served with lemon and tartar sauce — a regional favorite near the water. [([[https://pane-bistecca.com/en/2019/03/24/knusprige-egli-filets-crispy-perch-fillets/|Pane Bistecca]])]
 +
 +==== Kalbskopf mit Vinaigrette (Veal Head with Herb Sauce) ====
 +A classic offal dish, where veal head is slow-cooked, then served cold in slices with a zesty vinaigrette. Traditional, bold, and curious! [([[https://www.verygourmand.com/gb/blog/detail/das-rezept-fur-kalbskopf-mit-gribiche-sauce/|Very Gourmand]])]
 +
 +==== Zürcher Rindfleischsalat (Cold Beef Salad) ====
 +Sliced cold beef served with onions, pickles, mustard vinaigrette, and fresh herbs. A refreshing contrast to richer alpine fare. [([[https://www.mygermantable.com/leftover-beef-salad-rindfleischsalat/|My German Table]])]
 +
 +==== Pfannenpfeffer (Zürich-Style Black Pepper Ragout) ====
 +A lesser-known but deeply flavorful ragout with veal, red wine, and generous black pepper, often served with spätzli or mashed potatoes. [([[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsoIFmROuHw|YouTube]])]
 +
 +==== Zürcher Flammkuchen (Zürich Flatbread Pizza) ====
 +Inspired by Alsatian cuisine, this thin crispy dough is topped with local cheeses, bacon, onions, and alpine herbs. A modern bistro favorite. [([[https://delishglobe.com/recipe/german-flammkuchen-flatbread-pizza/|Delish Globe]])]
 +
 +==== Bircher Müesli (The Original!) ====
 +Invented in Zürich by Dr. Bircher, this now-world-famous breakfast is made with raw oats, apples, nuts, lemon juice, and yogurt or condensed milk. [([[https://mylittlegourmet.com/breakfast/bircher-muesli/|My Little Gourmet]])]
 +
 +==== Zürcher Wildpastete (Game Pie from Zürich Forests) ====
 +A luxurious pastry filled with venison or wild boar, mushrooms, juniper berries, and sometimes dried fruits — a seasonal autumnal delicacy. [([[https://projectupland.com/wild-game-recipes/a-trio-of-upland-meat-pies/|Project Upland]])]
 +
 +==== Rahmchäs mit Zwetschgen (Cream Cheese with Stewed Plums) ====
 +A simple yet sophisticated dessert, where a soft cow’s cheese is served with spiced stewed plums and sometimes honey or schnapps. [([[https://www.helvetickitchen.com/recipes/2015/9/16/zwetschgenwahe|Helvetic Kitchen]])]
 +
 +==== Stadtzürcher Fondue (Urban Cheese Blend) ====
 +A Zürich-specific fondue, often blending Sbrinz, Emmental, and local white wine, offering a slightly more delicate flavor than Alpine versions. [([[https://wanderlog.com/list/geoCategory/1555778/best-spots-for-fondue-in-zurich|Wanderlog]])]
 +
 +==== Züri-Suppe mit Knödeln (Zürich Broth with Dumplings) ====
 +A clear beef or chicken broth served with herbed dumplings or marrow balls, often enjoyed as a starter or comfort food on rainy days. [([[https://www.instagram.com/hawaiisbestkitchens/reel/DGTlLDvyGFr/?hl=de|Instagram]])]
 +
 +==== Wähen mit Apfel und Käse (Apple and Cheese Tart) ====
 +A savory-sweet tart made with thin dough, apples, local cheese (like Schabziger or Sbrinz), and custard filling — a quirky, delightful contrast of flavors. [([[https://artandkitchen.wordpress.com/2016/02/04/apfel-wahe-swiss-apple-tart/|Art and Kitchen]])]
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