u/louismulh

Hi! I'm going to be in Wien for a couple of days next week and I feel that trying Sachertorte has got to be done. The two classics would be either Hotel Sacher or Demel Pastry shop, obviously, but I was wondering if anyone has any recommendations for better (either in taste or in value) slices in Wien. Thanks!

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I've been given the responsibility to handle the desserts for my aunt and uncles hand-fastening ceremony. There will only be 25 people there but I'd like to make a cake and two desserts. What are your best ideas for desserts that are popular yet feel slightly elevated/ posh?

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What is the best butter to buy in the UK without spending loads? I'm talking accessible from a regular supermarket but still higher quality than supermarket brand.

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What is the best butter to buy in the UK without spending loads? I'm talking accessible from a regular supermarket but still higher quality than supermarket brand.

What is the best butter to buy in the UK without spending loads? I'm talking accessible from a regular supermarket but still higher quality than supermarket brand.

As a homebaker, I never buy the cakes sold at supermarkets - I personally don't mind (actually I enjoy) baking my own; however, I'm aware that many people must buy them. Those of you who do: how often, and how good are they/ how do they compare to a homemade cake?

Hi all. I have recently been promoted at my job to take more responsibility for the preparation of various desserts and cakes at a cafe. We have several staples served throughout the day (flapjacks, coffee and walnut cake, brownies etc), but, during evening service, we offer other, slightly more elevated desserts.

This autumn, I'd love to make my own impression on said desserts, and am looking therefore for ideas.

My initial ideas included a mix of British homely classics like apple crumble and sticky toffee pudding, and a couple of slightly "posher" options such as profiteroles and tiramisu.

Does anyone have any suggestions of desserts in the latter vein - and preferably autumnal in vibe.

Thanks!

Do you guys use sausage or no sausage in lasagne? I've usually opted purely for minced beef, but many (American) recipes use sausage and/ minced pork. Anyone who has tried both, which do you prefer to do?

Hi. I'm travelling on a tight budget across Europe - so far, I've been pretty frugal i think, surviving on an average of €17 a day (I think this is pretty low budget looking at other accounts). I am having good fun on this budget, but would also like to go out for the occasional meal. However, for some reason, I can't help but feel guilty or wasteful if I do so. Has anyone else had a similar experience, and if so, how did you deal with it? Suck it up and remain frugal, or just deal with the guilt?

Alternatively, if anyone has any tips for activities that are cheap but still feel like a treat, suggestions would be appreciated.

For context, I am currently in Budapest, which is quite expensive, but will be heading into Serbia and Montenegro in the coming days/ weeks.

Hi. I'm travelling on a tight budget across Europe - so far, I've been pretty frugal i think, surviving on an average of €17 a day, including accommodation (I think this is pretty low budget looking at other accounts, but im sure some will call this comparatively extravagant). I am having good fun on this budget, but would also like to go out for the occasional meal or otherwise "treating myself". However, for some reason, I can't help but feel guilty or wasteful if I do so. Has anyone else had a similar experience, and if so, how did you deal with it? Suck it up and remain frugal, or just deal with the guilt?

Alternatively, if anyone has any tips for activities that are cheap but still feel like a treat, suggestions would be appreciated.

For context, I am currently in Budapest, which is quite expensive, but will be heading into Serbia and Montenegro in the coming days/ weeks.

Hi. I'm travelling on a tight budget across Europe - so far, I've been pretty frugal i think, surviving on an average of €17 a day (I think this is pretty low budget looking at other accounts). I am having good fun on this budget, but would also like to go out for the occasional meal. However, for some reason, I can't help but feel guilty or wasteful if I do so. Has anyone else had a similar experience, and if so, how did you deal with it? Suck it up and remain frugal, or just deal with the guilt?

Alternatively, if anyone has any tips for activities that are cheap but still feel like a treat, suggestions would be appreciated.

For context, I am currently in Budapest, which is quite expensive, but will be heading into Serbia and Montenegro in the coming days/ weeks.

I'm trying to improve my pasta cooking repertoire as a young home cook: give me pasta recipe suggestions that I can cook for my family on a budget and preferably vegetarian or pescatarian friendly.

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I'm trying to improve my pasta cooking repertoire as a young home cook: give me pasta recipe suggestions that I can cook for my family on a budget and preferably vegetarian or pescatarian friendly.

I'm trying to improve my pasta cooking repertoire as a young home cook: give me pasta recipe suggestions that I can cook for my family on a budget and preferably vegetarian or pescatarian friendly.

Does anyone know whether most pasta/ Italian restaurants use fresh or dried pasta? I was wondering about the practicality of each - fresh cooks in a very short time, but is harder to store and make, whereas dried pasta is shelf stable, but takes longer to cook, which may be impractical when orders are coming through fast.

Does anyone know whether most pasta/ Italian restaurants use fresh or dried pasta? I was wondering about the practicality of each - fresh cooks in a very short time, but is harder to store and make, whereas dried pasta is shelf stable, but takes longer to cook, which may be impractical when orders are coming through fast.

Those of you who have travelled with someone else over several months, how did you deal with the intensity and prevent arguments? I'm currently travelling Europe with my best friend and, despite having great fun so far, am worried that us being constantly together will result in tension. Any advice? We are travelling for about 4 months together.

Hi all. Does anyone know how much I can expect to spend in Budapest over 4 days and 3 nights (accommodation already sorted - hostels)? I am an 18 year old guy backpacking across some of Europe and not sure if Budapest fits into my plan considering recent reports of price increases.

I'm not a massive drinker, but would go out maybe two of the nights and drink a bit. Keep in mind I'm on the lightweight side lol.

Happy to cook at the hostel and eat cheap food.

Thanks!