“An army marches on its stomach,” Napoleon Bonaparte once declared. Updating that proclamation to modern times: between museum exhibits, castle hopping and souvenir shopping, travelers on the road through Central Europe have to eat, too. And they can look forward to wonderful soups, game, forest products such as mushrooms and wild berries, and truly extravagant pastries. In the six countries of heartland Europe, count on enjoying good food, fine wine and great beer.

Every trip should encompass at least one extraordinary culinary experience, a meal that broadens your knowledge of indigenous ingredients, preparation and presentation.

In country after country, there are countless good restaurants reflecting the unrelenting high standards of the Europeans themselves. And while many of the best have Michelin stars and can be on the pricey side, one very easily dines well almost everywhere at decent prices. Of course it’s all a matter of taste, but you’re going to find Central Europe full of delicious discoveries.

Palinka, Pilsner and Pagach - A taste of Central Europe

Palinka, Pilsner and Pagach are just three of the regional delicacies Central Europe has to offer. We would like to show you how you can get  a taste of Central Europe to your home. Enjoy a variety of central European dishes and recipes before you go. Read more.