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Hetzmann Mercédesz
I'm Merci Hetzmann, editor and reviser at Daily News Hungary since 2021. I started my career here with 3 months of internship, after which I became a full-time editor. I live in the Hungarian countryside with my partner and our Botanical Lego sets and plushies. When I am not working, I am either gaming or working on making our small flat lovelier. Working to deliver relevant news to you, our readers, day after day. Find my LinkedIn and DNH articles below.
White Christmas arrives in Sopron as snow falls across north-west Hungary
❄️ A white Christmas has arrived in Sopron and parts of north-west Hungary!
Hungarian Christmas desserts everyone should try
Hungarian Christmas isn’t complete without its festive desserts! 🎄🍰 Discover the sweet treats that make the holiday season in Hungary unforgettable!
Hungarian Christmas traditions that surprise foreigners
🎄 Spending Christmas in Hungary for the first time? You might be surprised!
How Christmas is celebrated in Hungary – And how it differs from the UK and the US
Christmas in Hungary doesn’t work the way many Brits and Americans expect 🎄Why everything happens on 24 December, who really brings the presents, and what surprises foreigners most about Hungarian Christmas traditions.
What Hungarians actually drink at Christmas – And why it matters
From Christmas markets to family tables, these are the drinks Hungarians actually serve during the festive season, and what they mean for visitors and expats spending Christmas in Hungary. 🍷☕
Outrageous: Slovakia criminalises questioning of Beneš decrees, i.e. WWII-era collective punishment of Hungarians
Slovakia’s president has signed a law making it a criminal offence to question the post-war Beneš decrees — a move that has sparked outrage among Hungarian minority groups and political figures in both Slovakia and Hungary.
Why Hungarians eat fish soup at Christmas
Curious why Hungarians serve fish soup on Christmas Eve? 🐟🎄This spicy, hearty dish is more than a meal: it’s a centuries-old tradition linked to family, faith, and festive superstition. Discover the story behind halászlé and why it’s a must-try for visitors.
Tragic prospects: Snow may disappear from Hungary by the end of the century
❄️ Snowy winters may soon become a thing of the past in Hungary:
Renovation of the Gellért and Rác Baths faces further delays – when can visitors return to Budapest’s iconic spas?
🏛️♨️ When can visitors return to Budapest’s iconic Gellért and Rác Baths?
The long-awaited renovations may face further delays as government approval for a crucial loan is still missing.
Spending Christmas alone in Budapest? Here’s what to do
Spending Christmas alone in Budapest? 🎄From festive markets and cosy cafés to thermal baths and holiday concerts, discover the best ways for solo visitors to enjoy the magic of Hungary’s capital this season.