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Vienna is a city full of culture. Throughout the decades many communities have found a home here, but the Balkan community is the one that stands out the most, not only in numbers but in flavors as well. Today, dishes like \u0106evapi and Burek are easy to find across the capital, especially in districts like Ottakring, Rudolfsheim-F\u00fcnfhaus, and Brigittenau which have become real hot spots for Balkan cuisine in Vienna.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
\u201cThere\u2019s a saying in Austria – People come together through food.\u201d <\/em>says Ivana Cucujkic-Panic – an expert in inclusive marketing and communications and co-founder of Austria\u2019s first diversity magazine. These restaurants are more than just places to eat, they help keep traditions alive, connect generations and bring culturally different people together.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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The emergence of Balkan culture in Austria is not fairly new. It began with the Gastarbeiter (Guest workers) programs from Yugoslavia in the late 1960-70s and continued throughout the Balkan wars a decade later (1980s-1990s). More than three quarters of all migrants of working-age currently living in Austria have arrived since the former event, with most entering between 1988 and 1995. As of 2024, the total number of people from Balkan countries living in Vienna is approximately 238,158, which is about 11.87% of Vienna\u2019s total population (2,005,760 million).<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
As mentioned before, Ottakring district is one of the hotspots for Balkan cuisine. Known informally as the \u201cBalkanmeile,\u201d it is a central place where people from the Balkans live and run their businesses. Originally these people were low-skilled labor migrants or refugees, with poor German language knowledge. Because of these socio-economic circumstances self-employment was the only chance for social mobility for them and most of these small businesses run by migrants were in the food and hospitality sector which still is going strong till this day and is a big part of Viennese society.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Balkan Cuisine in Vienna\u2019s Economy<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
It is no surprise that Balkan community has long been a driving force in Vienna\u2019s economy. As Ivana explains, \u201cThe ex-Yugoslav population is one of the largest immigrant groups in Austria – especially in Vienna. Overall, so-called “ethnic economies” make up over 30 percent of Vienna\u2019s economy. Gastronomy and food-related businesses are a key sector within that\u201d.<\/em> A study developed by Caritas Austria backs up her statement, Nationwide, 16% of Austria\u2019s service and industry-sector workers are foreign nationals, and the service sector generates over 70% of GDP.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Although these numbers seem promising on paper, the bigger economic picture tells us otherwise. As Ivana points out, \u201cThe economic situation is a major challenge. Austria is currently the only country in Europe without economic growth. Several of the country\u2019s largest traditional businesses have declared bankruptcy just this year.\u201d <\/em>The huge rise of prices has really affected the locals. Even Balkan food which has long been seen as the more affordable option when dining out could not withstand the wave of inflation. Seeing dishes that used to cost \u20ac8 priced at all the way to \u20ac20 is something that is hard to shake for the locals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Food as a Cultural Bridge<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Food is an active tool in social integrations, city branding, economic inclusion and cultural diplomacy. In places like Vienna gastronomy has become one of the main types of jobs for migrants. \u201cmigrant\u201d food is seen as a positive marker of cultural difference, and therefore it is something that the migrants actively use to promote their cultural origin.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
\u201cFood in general has that power. But Balkan cuisine in particular is a melting pot of Central European flavors. It shares many culinary intersections with other cultures, which naturally fosters connection and cultural exchange,\u201d<\/em> says Ivana Cucujkic-Panic.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Balkan restaurant owners in Vienna often adapt familiar dishes like \u0106evapi, Pljeskavica, or Burek to local tastes, sparking interest among Viennese diners. Over time, they learn how to showcase their cuisine in ways that appeal to a broader audience. For the Balkan community, this maintains a \u201ctaste of home\u201d and for Austrian customers, it provides generous and affordable alternatives.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\nTraditional Balkan Sarmale (Cabbage rolls) and Papana\u0219i cu dulcea\u021b\u0103 (Pancake with jam) from the restaurant Donaudelta in Rudolfsheim-F\u00fcnfhaus district.<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
These restaurants have even shaped Vienna\u2019s food identity. As Ivana mentioned in our interview dishes like the traditional Viennese dumpling (Kn\u00f6del) share roots with Balkan and Central European cuisines. Food becomes a powerful way for migrants to connect with others, build their identity, and feel part of the community. In order to not be seen as the outsiders these communities are using their culture as a strength, showcasing it in a positive way and in a city shaped by migration, they remind us how culture can be both preserved and shared.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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