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“Politicians think we don’t like Vienna. In fact, the opposite is true: We’re critical because we love this city that much."

Finding good fish to cook at home just got a lot easier. A new stand on the Karmelitermarkt is a good place to go.

Austrian companies thrive all across Central and Eastern Europe. From kickbacks to bribes, booming business often also involves layers of corruption.

The Nobel-Prize-winning chemist Emanuelle Charpentier laid the groundwork for her stunning scientific discoveries at the Max Perutz Labs in the Austrian capital.

Anne Applebaum introduces us to the elites responsible for democratic backsliding in her new book, Twilight of Democracy.

“I’ve got what you might call ‘helper syndrome.’ Being a lawyer is not just a profession for me – it’s a calling.”

Austria’s pandemic response upheld the country’s long tradition of opaque administration and little accountability – a special report.

Rather than elaborate historicism, the buildings are in the lighter, more playful Jugendstil style.

“Corruption will never be 100% eradicated. But it’s important to set parameters and structures that show people that in the end, corruption doesn’t pay.”

The new deputy mayor has ambitious plans to improve the schools and launch an independent office to fight corruption ... big ideas for the junior coalition partner.

In the wine ratings game, the big names often get the big scores, while smaller growers suspect the system is rigged. Whom can you trust?

Austria is a cultural powerhouse and more than willing to invest public funds in the arts. But where does all the money go?

Maintaining the highest quality of life in the world is a costly endeavor – thankfully, there is always someone out there gullible enough to pay the bills. A satirical look at Austrian corruption.

Best known as the author of a children’s classic and (possibly) a pornographic novel, Felix Salten has never been given his due in his hometown – until now, that is

Work on coronavirus has highjacked science, disrupting projects and schedules, particularly for women. Some see a chance to turn the crisis into opportunities for breakthrough thinking

From the Finance Ministry to the World Bank and Transparency International, Economist Kurt Bayer sniffs out all kinds of corruption. Although sometimes, it just presents itself.

Print media received unprecedented public advertising during the pandemic, but a lack of transparency raises questions about how taxpayers’ money is being spent.

Metropole's publisher introduces the spring issue, which is all about corruption.

With the dismantling of Official Secrecy Laws in Austria, real transformation will require a change of culture.

Austria is no more corrupt than other European countries – although possibly more colorful. But the consequences for wrongdoers are often laughably mild. This may be changing.

In our 42nd issue we take a look at the history and status quo of corruption in Austria and Europe, speak to the fighters for transparency, and take ...

The Kaffeemuseum presents the city’s long-standing love affair with caffeine through tours, courses and countless artifacts from yesteryear.

Rising costs and real estate speculators have been a real threat to Viennese wine, but a gang of six have been pushing back.

“Keine Haftung für Garderobe” – “No liability for wardrobe.” This sentence is everywhere if you are out on the town. But is it actually possible to evade liability for lost or damaged items belonging to a guest?

"When I don't feel at home, I go to the coffeehouse"

Wilde Ehe marries chill savoir-faire with thoughtful quality – just don’t ask about the name.

In Vienna, you need to prove yourself worthy of your café of choice in what can be a lengthy application process.

The streets have stayed essentially untouched since the Middle Ages – narrow and winding with many a hidden courtyard branching off in unexpected places.

Hip and relaxed, the Mochi Ramen Bar is a great hangout – but the secret’s in the soup

Viennese legend Susanne Widl discusses her Café Korb upbringing, her illustrious past and the future of how we spend time together – inside the 'Kaffeehaus' and out.

Between 1890 and 1920, Vienna was a world leader in design. An unlikely mix of imperial decree and cultural revolution drove the Wiener Ästhetik and left its mark on the city even today.

Metropole’s publisher introduces the winter issue, which is all about the “Kaffeehaus.”

Set in the gloaming of the Habsburg Empire, Katja Perat’s ardent debut novel is a fictional coming-of-age memoir from the daughter of the world’s first “masochist."

The pandemic has wreaked havoc on Vienna’s eateries, but there are still lots of ways to indulge yourself: Some restau- rants have managed to adapt to the age of corona, offering groceries, wine and other delicacies to go, as food mar- kets and delicatessens are exempt from lockdown. Here are some of our favorites!

“Vienna has a great coffeehouse culture, but sadly – or in my case, fortunately – a bad coffee culture when it comes to quality.”

In Sylvia Petter’s debut novel All the Beautiful Liars, Katrina Klain arrives in Vienna in search of the lost pieces of her life.

Vienna’s coffeehouses are a cherished pillar of the city’s cultural life – but that may not be enough to keep them alive.

“I’m not sure I know what fourth wave coffee culture is – but I know I’m the tsunami!”

Thanks to successive lockdowns and closed cinemas, streaming has become an even bigger part of our pandemic lives, and while many productions grinded to a halt last year, this spring’s lineup features an iconic superhero indulging in ’80s nostalgia, a Victorian sci-fi extravaganza, a comedy icon revisiting one of his most beloved characters, an animated Bollywood melodrama and a madcap Spanish road saga.

What remains of public trust in the state is vanishing rapidly as the coronavirus roars back into the region.

Southeastern Europe is one of the world's fastest shrinking regions. What drives so many young and well-educated abroad?

The world is waking up and (really) smelling the coffee – in all its glory, scope and complexity.

Alma Gastrothèque serves soulful vegetables and natural wines with esprit.

How the new director of the Vienna International School left her small town for distant places and turned her passion for learning into a mission to educate for change.

A myth, a tradition, but most of all a very real place that many in the Austrian capital cannot imagine life without.

After years of seemingly endless growth, the pandemic plunged the tourism sector into deep crisis. Vacillating between hope and despair, Vienna’s hoteliers summon resilience and creativity

“I wish global politics were more like the global coffee community: We have no borders and we work together to make coffee better.”

There are lessons we can draw from Biden's election that can help the European Union better deal with far-right populism.

As the world awaits a vaccine, Polymun, a small high-tech company provides essential ingredients for the first candidate to reach the EU Market.

Independent biotech firm Axon Neuroscience – in neighboring Slovakia – is developing a vaccine for COVID-19 with a uniquely targeted approach.

A new collection of essays by the renowned journalist retakes the pulse of Central Europe 30 years after communism, and finds the optimism faded into disappointment, fueling an exodus.

Designed in Austria and produced in Germany, this ingenious face mask brings back non-verbal communication in times of corona.

In our 41st issue we explore Vienna's coffeehouse culture, depict the true Kaffeehaus (coffeehouse) experience and all the mix of people and topics t...

Close-knit ties triumph over trauma in Anna Goldenberg’s moving family memoir of torture, exile and ultimate homecoming.

Biodynamic winemaking offers a holistic, more natural approach for a post-pandemic world.

“I’ve consciously chosen to continue my career in Vienna. I could have stayed in Hollywood, but as Caesar once said: ‘I would rather be first in this little village than second in Rome.’”

Martyn Rady’s new history of the Habsburgs argues that their empire was undone by the very things that once made it mighty.

On the surface, the EU budget summit smoothed over the friction between Brussels and the bloc’s problem children. Deeper down, the rift may be growing.

An independent fantasy western made in Austria, Wienerland has international festivals buzzing.

Alexis Eremia and Karin Granner have marshaled the Impact Hubs in Vienna and Amsterdam to focus on local, sustainable fashion brands.

As nations around the world follow every twist and turn of the developing science to combat the coronavirus, Austrian researchers and companies could play a key role.

Some Viennese may play down any special relationship with death. But, then again, it’s probably better not to take any chances...

The award-winning chef’s new restaurant in the Kamptal is refined, yet unpretentious.

What’s in a name? It is not sleeve, nor pant leg, nor button... How brands distinguish quality and set fashion makers apart. Designers beware, make sure to take trademarking seriously.

After delays and controversy, Albertina Modern opens with an extensive review of Austrian art from 1945-1980.

“The Light that Failed: A Reckoning” by IWM fellow Ivan Krastev and NYU professor Stephen Holmes explains what went wrong with Western liberalism.

“Inclusive sizing” and “disabled-friendly” clothing have joined the buzzwords of conscious consumerism. Does this make sense for an industry built on the allure of unattainability? What is beauty anyway?

The shoe designer is blending the line between fashion and art with sculptural footwear.

“Beauty, like a butterfly, is fleeting. Like a spectacular sunset, it’s there for a moment – and then it’s gone.”

During an adventurous raid, Israel stole vital intelligence information in Iran that now could help the US build the case for terminating the Iran nuclear deal once and for all.

Superior craftsmanship and the willingness to pivot have ensured the longevity of Austrian fashion luxury brands like Swarovski and Wolford.

Recently transformed into a 'Begegnunszone,' the street is about to embark on a new chapter.

Out of style for decades, the hat is making a gradual comeback, aided by local manufacturers who kept the custom alive.

“I would never write some kind of trend column stating what’s ‘in’ or ‘out.’ For me, that’s somehow so 2000.”

Once a burgeoning capital of fashion, Vienna lost its design industry with the Jews who supported it and has struggled in the decades since. But the next chapter may be different.

On the Enlightenment’s mixed legacy, European solidarity and lessons of the pandemic.

A picturesque medieval town, regional gourmet cuisine, hiking and idyllic scenery make Kitzbühel the perfect getaway.

The head of Lena Hoschek’s couture atelier, designer Thomas Kirchgrabner describes demanding clientele, recounts his rise in Austria’s fashion scene and how he met his boss.

COVID-19 has brought Vienna’s nightlife to a screeching halt, with clubs unsure of when they can reopen - and how to survive until then.

The crucial role of public health and contact tracing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our publisher Margaret Childs introduces our fall issue, which is all about fashion in Vienna.

Vienna is full of sewing shops and DIY stores. We checked out some of them – and ended up printing 100 T-shirts.

In our 40th issue we delve into Vienna's fashion scene, see how it has evolved over time, ask the question of how the city will "dress for it" in the...

At the Viennese label Kids of the Diaspora, founders Leni Charles and Cherrellone do everything together – even motherhood – creating a space where everyone belongs.

A search for self in lost memories, crafting a more inclusive historic Hollywood, the final triumph of the greatest basketball team ever and a send-up of American interstellar militarism all vie for your attention.

In this series, incredible women from the Women of Vienna (WoV) community tell their stories. Aiming to bridge communities and celebrate diversity, Metropole has partnered up with Women of Vienna to bring you a slice of Herstory.

COVID-19 poses a major challenge to all, raising questions about rent payments, the assessment of (unfulfillable) supply contracts, lower franchise fees and why data protection should not be neglected even during a pandemic.

So there she was, on a Tuesday morning of what we now call the Corona Era, gazing at the walls of the little “water closet” decorated in Viennese style.

Although few argue with the importance of mastering German, the system needs to change – children of immigrants in Austria rarely receive the support they need.

A history and a memoir, the Swedish journalist's And in the Vienna Woods the Trees Remain is the story of a family, reconciling the past, and the power of friendship over politics.

The coronavirus lockdown has taught us a lot and may herald a new era of organizational flexibility, agility and adaptability.

Businesses that span generations are known for consistency, stability and tradition. Keeping these values alive is a continuous labor of love.

Families come in many shapes and sizes, but they share challenges. These Viennese are here to guide and inspire.

Red Vienna revolutionized urban living for the working class. Here’s how they did it.

Lush and ultimately shattering, Leopoldstadt is a loving portrait of Jewish life in early 20th century Vienna, and a heartfelt embrace of Stoppard’s own immigrant story.

Having relatives all around the planet makes for exciting family stories, but keeping in touch with your loved ones is also a constant challenge.

Wife, mother, traveler – humble but headstrong Ida Pfeiffer took the world by storm by circumnavigating the globe her way.

Under COVID-19 lockdown, domestic violence has predictably gone up. Intervention helps.

Families come in many shapes and sizes, but they share challenges. These Viennese are here to guide and inspire.

Corona affects everybody, but wine growers remain resilient in the face of unrecoverable losses, weather and labor problems.