Cuisine in Osttirol What does Osttirol actually taste like? How do things actually taste in Osttirol? These questions undoubtedly go together, since a region like Osttirol, which attracts visitors from near and far due to its authenticity, unspoilt natural landscapes and variety of sports and cultural activities, just cannot taste like any other region. Osttirol is different – more original, more delicious. The cuisine in the region is far from just traditional. Osttirol’s own culinary roots are creatively dealt with, which is why things taste like they do here – very special. The range is impressive. Considering the question of how Osttirol really tastes, you might for instance think of a traditional, hearty snack. ‘Finger food’ Osttirol style. What about a good slice of bacon, a ‘Hauswürstel’ and some characteristic, dark Osttirol farmhouse bread? Anyone spending several days in Osttirol shouldn’t miss out on ‘Schlipfkrapfen’ - often enjoyed at lunch-time in Osttirol. Followed by a good shot of schnapps, first and foremost a ‘Pregler’ –your culinary enjoyment is perfect and very well-rounded. The fantastic thing about Osttirol, from snacks through to a ‘Hauben’-awarded inn, you’ll find almost everything here. All these culinary specialities and features are united in the fact that they feature produce which is of the highest quality and which for the most part is from local agricultural produce too. So you see, Osttirol has much more than ‘just’ mountains to offer. It is not just the highest summits which line up one after another here, the best chefs have clearly found a home here in Osttirol. 9 restaurants awarded by Gault Millau are located in Osttirol. Together they have a whopping 18 Hauben – proof of the quality of the regional cuisine, which you just have to sample during a stay in Osttirol.
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