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Here are the best pastry shops in Hungary in 2024!

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In the summer heat, a light cake in the afternoon is always a nice refresher. The following list features some of the finest pastry shops in Hungary in 2024, which are certainly worth a visit if you have a sweet tooth.

You can taste Hungary’s sweet masterpieces at the pastry shops listed in Dining Guide’s Top 100 Restaurant Guide, reports Turizmus Online. These shops offer iconic cakes, chocolates and French-style desserts among other treats. Here are the top five pastry shops in Hungary, as featured in the Dining Guide.

Málna The Pastry Shop

Málna The Pastry Shop, established five years ago in Óbuda, quickly became one of the leading pastry shops in Hungary in its opening year. This modern French-style shop is a family business dedicated to renewing traditional Hungarian confectionery and redefining contemporary desserts. Their high-quality creations, such as the Opera cake with coffee and raspberries, apple pie and Esterházy cake, are crafted with great expertise.

Address: 57-61 Bécsi Road, Budapest 1037

Százéves Pastry Shop

Százéves Pastry Shop is Hungary’s second-oldest confectionery, where visitors can step back in time and enjoy the ambiance of historic cafés while sipping coffee and enjoying a cake. Founded by master confectioner András Salis in 1840, the shop was built after the great fire of Gyula in 1801. It continues to serve quality cakes and tarts, handcrafted bonbons and chocolates and offers ice creams during the summer season.

Address: 1 Erkel Square, Gyula 5700

Auguszt Pastry Shop in Fény street

József Auguszt’s confectionery is a leading name in Hungarian pastry. The founder, Elek Auguszt, opened his first shop in 1870, starting a family business that has preserved traditions and values ever since. Now in its fifth generation, the business, led by József Auguszt, stays true to classic Hungarian confectionery traditions while embracing innovation. There are three Auguszt Pastry Shops in Hungary, all in the capital, but Dining Guide rates the Fény Street shop as the highest quality.

Address: 8 Fény St, Budapest 1024

14-16 Múzeum Blv, Budapest 1088

14-16 Kossuth L St, Budapest 1053

190 Sasadi Ave, Budapest 1112

Bergmann Pastry Shop

The Bergmann family’s long-established confectionery business exudes the charm of a classic café. Their selection includes both exceptional quality classic Hungarian desserts and unique creations from the Bergmann house. The famous Bergmann Krémes is considered one of the best, if not the best, in Hungary, attracting many visitors for that reason alone.

Address: 64 Petőfi Sándor St, Balatonfüred 8230

Chouchou

Chouchou offers new-wave French-style desserts and traditional Hungarian pastries, all made locally from premium ingredients. The shop provides handcrafted truffles, bonbons, chocolates and cakes in Újlipótváros on Fridays, and their creations are also available in many speciality cafés across Budapest.

Address: 23 Hegedűs Gyula St, Budapest 1136

Dining Guide’s top 10 list also includes:

Recognising the best pastry shops in Hungary

This year, Dining Guide also rewarded the most creative pastry shops in Hungary, introducing a new award for the Pastry Chef of the Year.

The accolade was awarded to internationally renowned pastry chef Árpád Szűcs, head pastry chef at the Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace, who excels at blending classic and modern restaurant desserts and pastries.

The list aims to encourage confectioners and pastry shops in Hungary to continually seek ways to reduce their environmental footprint without compromise, emphasising the importance of linking hospitality with sustainability.

Source: Turizmus Online

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June 15, 2024

You’ve never heard of ice cream like this: after cheese and cream lángos, another Hungarian ice cream to be tasted

When you think of ice cream, sweet flavours are the first thing that comes to mind. However, a Hungarian confectioner has elevated this idea by offering a range of unique Hungarian flavours. Cheese and sour cream lángos have been a big hit, turning 2023’s ice cream offerings into a novelty. But this year, they’ve introduced a surprising twist.

Attila Pálfi, a confectioner from Balatonmáriafürdő, has created the latest ice cream sensation: hake ice cream, which consists of fried fish and other intriguing ingredients.

This innovative ice cream won a special prize in 2023 for its cheese and sour cream flavour, which has been so popular that it remains a staple at Vitorlás Fagyizó (Ice Cream Shop). For 2024, it returns with a new “Hungarian Sea” flavour.

“For fun, I decided to create the ice cream for my favourite race, the Balaton Ice Cream Race,” Pálfi told LikeBalaton.

Crafting the hake ice cream was a big challenge, given its salty, fishy profile. The base includes fructose but also features salt and mustard among its ingredients. It is served alongside fried hake from the neighbouring Gyufa buffet.

“After the fish is cleaned of its bones, a cream pâté is made, mixed with the ice cream and frozen. I’m not saying that hake ice cream will be everyone’s favourite, but that wasn’t the goal. I aim to introduce new concepts to the industry that, in a few years, won’t seem so astonishing,”

– concluded Attila Pálfi.

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May 30, 2024

Budapest’s burger bar one of the Best Burgers in Europe 2024! – PHOTOS

When it comes to delicious dishes, few foods boast the universal appeal of a beautifully crafted burger. From the classic cheeseburger to innovative gourmet creations, Europe is a haven for burger aficionados on the hunt for a brilliant bite. But who does it best? Drawing on data from our social audiences, as well as recommendations from our editorial team, Big 7 Travel compiled this year’s annual list of the best buns on the continent.

You’ll see some familiar faces in there, as well as plenty of newbies stirring up the scene. So, here’s our pick of the best burgers in Europe for 2024, enjoytravel.com wrote. You may check out the full list HERE.

Budapest burger bar 29th on the list

Budapest’s popular Bamba Marha Burger is 29th on the list.

“Opened in 2018, Bamba Marha Burger Bar is at the very top of its game in a city where people seriously know good burgers. Culinary maestro Jani Jancsa leads the team here, whipping up soft and chewy buns stuffed with juicy patties oozing with gooey cheese and crunchy toppings. Don’t miss the monthly special, a creative concoction featuring unusual and oh-so-photogenic ingredients, like the blue bun beef patty, filled with grilled pepperoni, marinara and truffle mayonnaise”, they wrote about the Hungarian burger place.

budapest hamburger bamba marha burger bar — You can taste Bamba Marha burgers in Budapest.

budapest hamburger bamba marha — Bamba Marha of Budapest

On the first place, there is XO Grill in Kettenbrückengasse and Vienna (Austria), the silver went to the Bunsen in Dublin (Ireland), while the third place belongs to The Beefy Boys in Hereford (United Kingdom).

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May 26, 2024

Turkish Cuisine Week celebrated in Budapest – PHOTOS, VIDEO

Week of Turkish Cuisine celebrated in Budapest

The “2024 Turkish-Hungarian Cultural Year” coordinated by the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in Budapest, was marked by the gastronomic events held within the scope of the “Turkish Cuisine Week”, which was organised for the third time this year.

The first event of the Turkish Cuisine Week, which was organised with the theme of “Aegean delicacies” during the week of 21-27 May, was a dinner at the Matild Hotel, a Turkish investment, sponsored by Turkish companies in Hungary, with the participation of high-level Hungarian guests, members of the diplomatic corps, culture, art, sports and media circles.

The opening speech was delivered by the Ambassador of Türkiye to Hungary HE Gülşen Karanis Ekşioğlu, and the guests were served dishes prepared by Chef Ebru Baybara Demir, who won the Basque Culinary World Prize last year, using local ingredients from the Aegean Cuisine. Ambassador HE Gülşen Karanis Ekşioğlu expressed their pleasure to organise the sixth gastrodiplomacy event under the slogan “7 Regions 7 Cuisine”. Ambassador HE Gülşen Karanis Ekşioğlu also announced that the Hungarian translation of the book “Turkish Cuisine with Centuries-old Recipes”, in which traditional Anatolian dishes are passed down from generation to generation in line with the “zero waste” philosophy under the auspices of Türkiye’s First Lady Emine Erdoğan, is about to be completed.

🇹🇷 2024 Türk-Macar Kültür Yılı, Türk Mutfağı Haftası etkinliklerimiz ile taçlandı! Türkiye’nin eşsiz ve zengin mutfak kültürünü “Ege Lezzetleri” ile tanıttık.#TürkMacarKültürYılı #sıfıratık #TürkMutfağıHaftası #geleneksel #asırlıktariflerletürkmutfağı @TC_Disisleri… pic.twitter.com/bXzw3TrIY9

— Türkiye in Hungary (@TC_BudapesteBE) May 24, 2024

“Turkish cuisine is a vast treasure and a journey dating back centuries. With the “Turkish Cuisine Weeks”, we have been celebrating the richness of our cuisine worldwide over the last 3 years. This culinary drive has been flourishing under the auspices of First Lady of Türkiye, Madame Emine Erdoğan. She also created a guidebook titled “Turkish Cuisine with Timeless Recipes””, she said.

Touching on sports diplomacy as another prominent theme of the 2024 Turkish-Hungarian Year of Culture, Ambassador HE Gülşen Karanis Ekşioğlu talked about the 19 May Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day and Türkiye’s support for Hungary’s initiative at the United Nations to designate 19 May as World Fair Play Day. Turkish tea was served to the guests at the end of the night as 21 May was World Tea Day.

In the second event of the Turkish Cuisine Week, Chef Ebru Baybara Demir presented Aegean delicacies to the guests, this time in a reception format, at Brody House-The Garden Cafe, which is run by a Turkish woman entrepreneur. In her speech here, the Turkish Ambassador pointed out the similar dishes and cooking techniques in Turkish and Hungarian cuisines.

In the event at BKSZC Mátyás Szamos Technical College and Vocational Training School, Turkish Cuisine lessons will be given to Hungarian chefs and cooks by the teachers of Bolu Mengen Culinary Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School. Local dishes of the Aegean Cuisine will be cooked together and presented to the guests.

Talking about similarities between the Hugarian and the Turkish kitchens, HE Gülşen Karanis Ekşioğlu said that “you could see the traces of this legacy in gastronomy too! From pogaca to kapuska, and stew to goulash, we indeed have similar dishes and cooking techniques in Turkish and Hungarian cuisines.”

“Let also me take this opportunity to congratulate Hungary, as another nation paying particular attention to the unifying power of sports diplomacy, for presenting a UN General Assembly resolution to propose 19 May as World Fair-Play Day“, she concluded.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AQHYDHlAUI

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May 25, 2024

Spanish chef with 3 Michelin stars opened restaurant in Budapest – PHOTOS

The Spanish star chef, Dani García, has already been awarded three Michelin stars, and he decided to bring his world-known brand to Hungary’s magnificent capital, Budapest. He opened his newest Italian restaurant, Alelí, in Budapest’s downtown, on the Wekerle Sándor Street.

New restaurant in Budapest in a five-star hotel

According to turizmus.com, another world-known brand enriches Budapest’s colourful gastronomy world. The new Alelí restaurant opened near the world-known Vörösmarty Square which hosts one of the most beautiful Christmas markets. The new restaurant is in the BDPST Group’s five-star Dorothea Hotel and was surprisingly opened on 15 May by Dani García.

García said he was excited to come again to Budapest. He added he could discover the city’s beauties thanks to the European guidebook of Michelin. The possibility to open his newest restaurant was an unexpected opportunity, but he did not hesitate to grab the it.

Dani García defines himself as an “artist of tastes” mixing the traditions and ingredients of the kitchens of different parts of the world with the Spanish gastronomy. The Spanish chef gained popularity when he was awarded three Michelin stars for his Dani García Restaurante in 2018 and closed it a couple of weeks later to concentrate on a bigger dream.

Dolce vita and the atmosphere of Italy on your plate

He founded Grupo Dani García to extend his culinary vision and interpret the Andalusian kitchen in every part of the world. Afterwards, the group opened multiple successful restaurants and continues the expansion in our region this year.

In Budapest, they began with an authentic Italian restaurant, Alelí. The place’s Mediterranean kitchen is rooted in García’s inspiration and recipes seasoned with the unrivalled dolce vita. Guests can taste the atmosphere (and tastes) of Piedmont, Lombardy, Lazio, Campania or Sicily. Alelí is a kind of flower. It serves as the inspiration for the decoration of the plates and tableware.

A culinary adventure

Their philosophy is simple: think locally but cook globally. Therefore, they use ingredients from Italy, like Prosciutto di Parma, Bolognese cheese and South Italian wines. They also work with fresh Hungarian products. They reinvented Hungarian traditional dishes.

For example, they serve lángos with coppa and crème fraîche. You can taste traditional Naplese pizza fermented for 48 hours and served with Hungarian Mangalica ham. Among the desserts, you may have pistachio ice cream in sweet brioche. Turizmus.com wrote they could only describe the courses they tasted in superlatives.

The kitchen’s head is the Italian Giorgio Cavicchiolo chef. He said that in Alelí, every guest is a family member for them, so they will put their heart into each course and dish they serve.

Another restaurant of Grupo Dani García is expected to open in 2024 in Budapest. According to the plans, the Dorothea Hotel will host the newest BiBo, as well. The new place will be a mix of the Andalusian brasserie and a tapas bar.

HERE you may check out the menu of the new Alelí restaurant.

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May 19, 2024

Budapest’s world-famous pastry shop Ruszwurm may close its doors forever

Ruszwurm is one of Budapest’s oldest confectionery shops. One of the most iconic places in the Castle District, it is a favourite of locals and tourists alike. Now the future of this famous building is threatened in the midst of an alleged corruption case.

The owners of the Ruszwurm and Korona confectionery shops have been ordered to vacate their premises and hand over the former to the bailiffs on 9 May and the latter on 14 May, index.hu reports.

The municipality had previously planned to shut the buildings down on 4 December of last year, but the confectioneries survived for a few more months. Now, the latest news is that the two pastry shops could close for good in the upcoming days.

oldest pastry shops in Budapest — Source: https://www.ruszwurm.hu/

Ruszwurm is one of Budapest’s most iconic pastry shops – now, its long history may come to an end

The Ruszwurm confectionery is housed under 7 Szentháromság Street in the Buda Castle District, in the heart of the Hungarian capital. It was first opened in 1827 under the stewardship of Ferenc Schwabl and has survived several turbulent periods in the history of the country. The building stood strong not only during the 1848-49 War of Independence but also in the face of two World Wars and the considerable destruction they caused.

In 1990, Ruszwurm fell into foreign hands, but after some years, it came to be rented, and then eventually purchased by the Szamos family, namesake of the famous Szamos Marzipan.

Today, Ruszwurm takes you back in time: homely yet sophisticated, history comes alive among the furnishings that had been declared protected due to their cultural significance to the country. The cherry-wood bar, the gold table decorations on display, and the statues all evoke the charm of centuries past.

oldest pastry shops in Budapest 2 — Source: https://www.ruszwurm.hu/

In the 1800s, the confectionery was a favourite haunt of noblemen, ministry officials, teachers, military officers, and engineers. At present, tourists and Budapest locals alike enjoy the traditional flavours of Ruszwurm treats.

oldest pastry shops in Budapest 3 — Source: https://www.ruszwurm.hu/

oldest pastry shops in Budapest 4 — Source: https://www.ruszwurm.hu/

The current conflict goes back years and might have sad consequences

As we wrote about it in THIS and THIS article, the story reaches back to at least 2019, when the district mayor candidate, Márta V. Naszályi approached Miklós Szamos, owner of the Ruszwurm confectionery and the Korona coffeehouse, and asked for financial support for her campaign.

“Before the elections, she offered that if the financial support was given, they would make a contract with me so that I could not be expelled, even with a criminal offence. The offer concerned two confectioneries, the Korona and the Ruszwurm. The mayor also stressed that if the subsidy did not happen, she would not protect me,” Szamos recalls.

Naszályi denied these allegations. According to the official response, the district had already terminated its lease agreement with the confectionery in 2015, and after years of refusing to vacate the premises, the district filed for the eviction of Ruszwurm in 2019. This all happened under the previous mayor, who Naszályi succeeded. After gaining office, she tried to settle the matter out-of-court, but no agreement was reached, and thus the lawsuit continued.

Szamos has now told Index that they plan to not carry out the bailiffs’ orders, declaring:

“If necessary, we will resist with force”.

He also stressed that the confectionery, which is protected by the state, is not owned by the municipality. “The land and the bricks are indeed theirs,” he said, but the tangible assets, the equipment, the property rights, are all owned by Szamos.

Szamos says that if his confectionery shops are closed, it will constitute national damage, in addition to 57 people being put out of work.

Indeed, whatever the background to the conflict may be, an important part of Hungarian history would disappear with the closure of Ruszwurm.

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May 1, 2024

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Popular chain opened new burger place in Hungarian city

Simon’s Burger opened a new burger place in Székesfehérvár with large crowds waiting to taste the delicious gastro masterpieces of the burger chain.

Simon’s Burger is a Hungarian burger chain founded by Simon Tóth, who was inspired by American junk food-style burger places. He wanted to create a fast-food restaurant. They offer fresh ingredients, tasty meat, sauce and bun. That is how Simon’s Burger was born.

“SIMON’S DREAM IS VERY SIMPLE. TO BRING THE WORLD’S BEST HAMBURGER TO HUNGARY. ENOUGH OF THE ARTISANAL BURGERS, OVERSIZED BURGER BUNS AND MEATS, AND ALL KINDS OF OVER-TWISTED INEDIBLE BURGERS. ACCORDING TO SIMON, THERE IS JUST ONE HAMBURGER, WHAT HE ATE IN AMERICA. A HAMBURGER IS A HAMBURGER, SO THERE’S NO NEED TO OVERTHINK IT. THAT’S WHY WE ONLY OFFER ONE TYPE OF HAMBURGER, BECAUSE WE CAN GUARANTEE THAT IT WILL BE YOUR FAVOURITE,”

they wrote on their website.

Now, they opened another restaurant in Székesfehérvár’s popular Alba Pláza, with large crowds waiting to get their first burgers yesterday. Before, they opened a restaurant in Győr. In the future, they plan to open their first burger place in Szeged, Szeretlek Magyarország wrote.

A bejegyzés megtekintése az Instagramon

Simon’s Burger (@simonsburgerhu) által megosztott bejegyzés

In Székesfehérvár, there were people who chose to start waiting for the grand opening of the new fast-food restaurant at 5 AM to be one of the first to get their cheeseburger.

In Budapest, five Simon’s Burger restaurants are available: one at Westend, and three others at Arany János Street, Astoria and Deák Square metro stations. The fifth is Simon’s Hotdog near the Arany János Street metro station.

Here are some photos and a video of the grand opening in Székesfehérvár:

A bejegyzés megtekintése az Instagramon

Simon’s Burger (@simonsburgerhu) által megosztott bejegyzés

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April 28, 2024

Gastronomy tourism in Hungary is thriving: what brings people to the country?

Gastronomy tourism in Hungary is thriving. While our small country boasts a perfect blend of cultural wonders, historical monuments, and stunning nature reserves, its unparalleled gastronomy is what brings increasingly more people to the country. The Presidents of the Pannon Academy of Gastronomy and the Hungarian Caterers’ Association explained why they believe gastronomy tourism in Hungary is on the rise.

Gastronomy tourism in Hungary is on the rise, with more and more people coming to the country to experience the best of Hungarian cuisine, the Presidents of the Pannon Academy of Gastronomy and the Hungarian Caterers’ Association told Roadster.

Growing gastronomic tourism in Hungary

According to Balázs Csapody, President of the Pannon Academy of Gastronomy, with the growing gastronomic tourism in Hungary, the number of Michelin-star restaurants could also increase in the country. There are currently two restaurants with 2 Michelin stars, seven with 1 Michelin star and six so-called Bib Gourmand restaurants in the country. Bib Gourmand restaurants are catering establishments with high-quality cuisine, which offer great value for money: high-quality food at a lower price.

Beef rolls with grilled vegetables. Photo: depositphotos.com

There is a demand for these places offering high-quality dishes, with more and more people looking for top quality and making a conscious choice of restaurant, Csapody said.

“More and more people are buying good quality meat or bread from local producers, and some foreigners choose to visit destinations in Hungary for their restaurants and wines,”

he added. According to the expert, the number of guests is likely to increase further this year. He believes that domestic tourism will pick up, and people are expected to spend more as real wages rise.

hungarian gastronomy wine — Hungary is also famous for its exquisite wines. Photo: depositphotos.com

Hungary has great professionals

According to László Kovács, President of the Hungarian Caterers’ Association, the fact that the Hungarian team qualified for the final of the Bocuse d’Or international cooking competition in Lyon this year shows that the country has excellent professionals. “The Hungarians are at the forefront of Europe, and their work has a great impact not only on their immediate environment but also on the profession as a whole,” he stressed.

bocuse d'or hungarian team — The Hungarian Bocuse d’Or team. Source: Facebook/Bocuse d’Or

Kovács added that Hungary’s good position in gastronomy is not only prevalent in the region but also globally. “Hungarian cuisine is world-class”, he said, adding that more and more foreign tourists are arriving in the country with the express intention of getting to know Hungarian gastronomy and trying out a dish. As an example, he mentioned that the diversity of Hungarian soups, like diluted broths and meat soups, ragout soups and concentrated soups, is not typical of many other cultures.

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April 23, 2024

A beer city? Budapest overtakes Rome and Berlin in a fresh ranking!

A recent survey looked at European cities to rank the best beer destinations. For this summer, legendary beer cities such as Prague are recommended alongside Budapest. In fact, the Hungarian capital landed quite a prestigious place in the ranking.

Budapest in a prestigious place in a new ranking

According to Lelépő, anyone who thinks that only Germany, Belgium and the Czech Republic are famous for beer in Europe is making a big mistake. Referring to a recent survey, even Spain, Portugal and even Hungary produce some brilliant drinks, the Hungarian news portal writes.

Tour operator DFDS looked across the continent, ranking 70 European cities based on around 40,000 Google reviews. They came up with a ranking (which you can find HERE) based on the quality of the drinks, the pubs on offer and the prices.

In the ranking,

Budapest came 4th overall, tied with Thessaloniki and Valencia.

The best beer cities in Europe

cheap beer in Europe — Source: https://depositphotos.com/photo/glasses-different-sorts-craft-beer-wooden-bar-tap-beer-pint-214955468.html

1. Madrid

2. Prague

3. Vienna

4. Budapest, Thessaloniki, Valencia

7. Porto, Brussels

9. Berlin, Vilnius, Krakow

12. Seville

13. Amsterdam, Brno

15. Belgrade, Rome

17. Munich, Warsaw, Bratislava

20. Manchester

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April 23, 2024

Best cheese desserts from around the world: amazing Hungarian sweets in the top 15 by TasteAtlas!

rákóczi túrós dessert recipe hungarian sweets

Who doesn’t love a good slice of Dobos torte, a cube of kókuszkocka (‘coconut cube’) or a small ball of kókuszgolyó (‘coconut truffle’)? Hungarian sweets and desserts are hard not to like, especially if you have a sweet tooth. TasteAtlas has combined a list of the 27 best cheese desserts from around the world, and the top 15 contains not one but two Hungarian sweets! Which one do you like more?

About TasteAtlas

TasteAtlas is an experiential online guide to traditional food that compiles authentic recipes, food critic reviews and research articles on popular ingredients and dishes. Billed as “a world atlas of traditional dishes, local ingredients and authentic restaurants”, it features an interactive global food map with icons of dishes in their respective regions and claims to contain nearly 10,000 dishes, drinks and ingredients, as well as 9,000 restaurants.

“Travel, explore, eat, and drink. Discover and appreciate local foods, respect the people making it,” their official introduction writes.

Two Hungarian sweets in the top 15

TasteAtlas has combined a list of the 27 best cheesy sweets from around the world, featuring superstar desserts such as the Japanese cheesecake from, you guessed it, Japan, the Melopita from Greece, the Käsekuchen from Germany, the Ostkaka from Sweden, the Topfentorte from Austria and so on.

Two Hungarian sweets landed in the top 15:

Túró rudi in the prestigious 5th place, and Rákóczi túrós in the 13th place.

Túró rudi

When we mention Túró rudi, we’re generally talking about the Pöttyös Túró rudi (many brands make their own Túró rudi, but Pöttyös is the original and most well-known one). Túró rudi is a cottage cheese bar with chocolate on the outside – sounds delicious, right? Read our summary of the story of this Hungarian sweet HERE.

Túró rudi is manufactured in different sizes and with various flavours: there’s the plain one, and there are also bars with apricot, strawberry and raspberry jams on the inside, within the cottage cheese. What’s more, nut and caramel flavours are also available. The plain bar can be found with both a dark chocolate and a milk chocolate outer coating.

Here is what TasteAtlas writes about Túró rudi:

“Túró rudi is the most popular Hungarian confectionery product consisting of curd cheese that is covered in a chocolate coating. It was originally made in 1963, and today it comes in numerous flavours such as strawberry, apricot, or raspberry. In Hungary, it can be found everywhere – from shops and gas stations to cinemas and bakeries.”

Rákóczi túrós

One of the most popular Hungarian sweets, Rákóczi túrós (Rákóczi’s cake with cottage cheese) is a widely known and loved dessert in the country. As 5percangol.hu writes, it was named after a confectioner called János Rákóczi. He was a big name at the time: he worked all around Europe’s best restaurants. His dessert debuted in 1958 at the World Exhibition in Brussels. Ever since then, the Rákóczi túrós remains one of Hungary’s specialities.

Here is what TasteAtlas writes about Rákóczi túrós:

“Rákóczi túrós is a Hungarian curd cheese cake. The base is a thin shortcrust pastry, followed by a layer of sweetened curd cheese that is topped with meringue. This tasty cake is named after János Rákóczi, a Hungarian master patissier who invented it for the 1958 Brussels World Expo. The dessert became an instant hit, and nowadays it can be found in almost every pastry shop in Hungary.

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April 22, 2024

Árpád Classic Gin: Triumph at the London Spirits competition and redefining Hungarian distillation excellence

Árpád Classic Gin distillery of the year

The annual London Spirits Competition stands as a pinnacle among international spirits competitions, renowned for its prestige and discerning standards.

This year’s event witnessed a remarkable triumph from Hungary, as the gold medal laurels adorned a unique gem previously unseen in the market: Árpád Classic Gin. The London Spirits Competition aims to spotlight and honour spirits that embody not only exceptional quality but also genuine value for consumers, according to Turizmus.com.

Therefore, the scoring process encompasses three key criteria: quality, presentation and the representation of value for money. “Quality holds utmost significance, with entries subjected to meticulous chemical analysis and required to deliver a truly pleasurable drinking experience characterised by balanced alcohol and acidity levels,” states the brewery in a communication to our publication.

Moreover, the visual appeal of the beverage holds significant sway – a meticulously crafted, aesthetically pleasing bottle can serve as a centrepiece in bars, enticing consumers to reach for it on the shelves. Lastly, the aspect of value for money remains crucial: ensuring customers receive genuine value for their investment.

The Árpád Classic Gin

According to the Árpád Pálinka Manufacture’s website, the Árpád Gin is a new product line that aims to fill the gap in the market for natural, flavourful, and distinct gins. With a focus on using fresh ingredients and employing a meticulous distillation process in copper pot stills, Árpád Gin promises to deliver exceptional aromas and flavours.

Each gin in the lineup undergoes extensive experimentation to achieve the desired harmony and elegance, reflecting the brand’s commitment to quality and expertise accumulated over decades.

Árpád Classic Gin’s exemplary performance across all categories underscores our pride in welcoming this Hungarian gem among the gold medal recipients – the sole representative from Hungary. Year after year, Hungarian producers submit not only gins but an array of spirits. Typically, these entries comprise products already launched in the market, providing valuable insights into consumer preferences and feedback.

However, Árpád Pálinka Manufacture’s decision to rigorously test their products before market release yielded remarkably positive outcomes. Their daring approach bore fruit as evidenced by the awards earned. Alongside the gold medal triumph of Árpád Classic Gin, another contender emerged victorious – Árpád Paprika Gin, crafted from Hungary’s renowned spice, secured a silver medal.

Árpád Paprika Gin — Source: FB / Árpád Pálinka

Árpád Pálinka Manufacture, celebrated for its premium pálinka, embarked on a novel venture this year by introducing a new product line: Árpád Gin. Distinctly reimagining the London Dry style, this gin boasts a zestier citrus profile complemented by an explosion of juniper on the palate. Yet, it is not solely the taste that distinguishes these gins; their packaging is equally exceptional. Sporting an elegantly ribbed bottle and a clean label adorned with intricate micro-relief patterns, Árpád Gin exudes sophistication.

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April 21, 2024

Magnificent: Time Out Market to open in Budapest’s renewed mall soon! – PHOTOS

Budapest will soon be home to Time Out Market – the food and cultural market that brings the best of the city together under one roof: a curated mix of the best local and home-grown chefs, restaurateurs, drinks and cultural experiences.

Time Out Market Budapest is set to open in 2025 at Corvin Palace at Blaha Lujza Square. The historic department store first opened in 1926 and has recently been renovated back to its original neoclassical state and redeveloped as a mixed-use real estate property offering retail, leisure and a hotel.

Across around 25,000 sq ft indoors on the first floor and a further 9,000 sq ft outdoors on the rooftop, Time Out Market Budapest will feature 14 kitchens, four bars, one event space and around 800 seats. There will be plenty of space to celebrate outstanding culinary and cultural talents – all of them will be local and home- grown from Budapest and the wider region. Guests will be able to enjoy food from award-winning chefs, much-loved local gems and up-and-coming restaurateurs, sip a variety of drinks including cocktails from the most creative mixologists and experience culture and entertainment from rising local talents.

While Time Out Market is dedicated to showcasing the best of the city, its philosophy is to make top, home- grown culinary and cultural experiences accessible for all, with guests coming together at communal tables in a uniquely designed space.

Time Out Market brings the best of the city to the Corvin Palace

Making the people of the city feel at home and a close connection with the city is at the heart of the Time Out Market philosophy which is dedicated to working with local companies and suppliers. As a meaningful addition to the neighbourhood, it will bring significant contribution to the local economy through employment across a variety of skills and new opportunities for home-grown talent.

Time Out Market foods — Photo: Time Out Market

To curate a Time Out Market, the team will come up with a list of the types of cuisines that make a city the vibrant culinary destination it is to then curate a list of the leading, most exciting and most aspirational local representatives in these cuisines. Part of this process is to try and test to find the best of the city right now and then invite the very best to join. But this is not just about ‘big names’; the city’s up-and-coming chefs and much-loved local gems will also be proudly featured.

This will be Time Out Market’s first location in Hungary. The first Time Out Market opened in 2014 in Lisbon as the world’s first editorially curated food and cultural market and further Time Out Markets opened around the world, putting a spotlight on the food and culture scenes of these cities and their diverse talents – while this is now a concept popular across several cities, the execution of each Market is distinctly local.

Discover the exciting new urban cultures

Time Out Market is rooted in the heritage of Time Out – a publication created at a kitchen table in London in 1968 to help people go out better and discover the exciting new urban cultures that had started up all over the city. Today, a global team of local expert journalists curate and create the best things to do, see and eat in 333 cities in 59 countries across websites, social media, video, newsletters, podcasts and live events; now this curation is also brought to life at Time Out Market.

Sandy Hayek, Time Out Market CEO said: “Budapest is amongst Europe’s most beautiful and buzzy cities in which both locals and tourists love to go out – to open a new Time Out Market in one of the city’s top locations, together with our partners in Budapest, is very exciting for us. The food scene is a great reflection of the city itself: Budapest offers both traditional, classic and modern, hip elements – it has a vibrant and diverse food scene which we will bring together under one roof at Time Out Market Budapest.”

Olivér Balogh and Viktor Balogh – minority owners of Corvin Palace – added: “Corvin Palace is the oldest department store in Budapest – we are proud to have now brought it back to its original glory, whilst creating value through a modern mixed-use of this legendary building. This is an ambitious project, so our goal was to include an iconic food and cultural market to complement the high-quality retail and leisure offerings as well as a hotel already signed – we are delighted to be welcoming Time Out Market Budapest to Corvin Palace soon.”

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April 17, 2024

Hungary’s sweet secrets: 5 irresistible treats you must try!

Hungary has a rich history of delicious treats with some being recognised globally. From the famous chimney cake to the beloved Boci chocolate, Hungarian confections are popular all around the world. Here are a few must-try delicacies for anyone visiting Hungary.

When someone visits Hungary, they are likely going to hear about the chimney cake, the famous lángos and goulash either from friends or people who live in the country. These culinary delights stand as staples for many foreigners upon their arrival.

However, in addition to these popular dishes, there are many more Hungarian specialities which can be found at local shops for everyone visiting Hungary to try out and enjoy. The variety of tastes and unexpected elements found in these less popular sweets make them an interesting exploration for every traveller who ventures into the country.

The Sport Bar

The Sport Bar which was made for the first time in 1953 is a much-loved sweet treat in Hungary. Covered with dark chocolate and filled with rum flavour on the inside, the Sport Bar stands as a testament to a time-honoured tradition.

The Danube Pebbles

From 1964 to this day, the Danube Pebbles (Dunakavics) have remained a timeless classic that Hungarian people love. The product takes inspiration from the “Franciadrazsé” which means that it is sugar-coated almond, with a twist of Hungarian touch. Although the appearance of its package might have changed slightly with time, this tasty treat has never lost touch with its original recipe.

The Negro Candy

Negro is a well-known Hungarian medicinal candy with deep roots in folklore and legend. It was first created by Pietro Negro (the candy was named after him), who cleverly used sugarcane, an extra material from making sugar during the 1920s as the primary ingredient for crafting the iconic Negro hard candy.

The name of the candy has led to misunderstandings in certain politically correct circles. This is because the brand name is linked to a term which has strong racial implications in English and is deemed unacceptable.

Negro Candy — Source: Wikimedia Commons / Metsavend

The Pilot Biscuits

The Pilot Biscuit is a time-honoured icon from Győri Keksz Ltd, with roots tracing back to its inception in 1960. This cookie holds deep significance as a typical Hungarian delicacy, with Pilot biscuits representing various items inspired by the famous tea biscuit. Known for their gentle crumble and delicious cake cream inside, these biscuits have been cherished by Hungarians of all ages and could be labelled as “Hungary’s Oreo”.

The Balaton Bar

The Balaton Bar, named after the famous Lake Balaton, is a cherished chocolate slice from Hungary that embodies layers of rich chocolate mixed with thin wafers. Throughout its history, this beloved chocolate has changed ownership many times and is now made by Nestlé. The Balaton Bar comes in many kinds that match today’s flavours and trends and it remains a favourite among Hungarian sweets.

For foreigners visiting Hungary, these 5 Hungarian sweets are a must-try. You can find them in shops like Spar, Tesco and Lidl all around the country. These sweets offer a sample of the Hungarian food culture at a budget-friendly price, with none exceeding HUF 1500 (EUR 4).

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April 10, 2024

From Budapest to Bucharest: Munch’s journey to combat food waste and expand into Romania

Hungarian food-saving app munch to aims to conquer Europe

A Hungarian food rescue startup called Munch is expanding its operations into Romania starting in March, intensifying its efforts to ease food waste in the region. While already established in Bucharest, the startup aims to broaden its reach to additional cities across Romania this year.

In the summer of 2020, four young students in Budapest developed an app to combat food waste in Hungary’s catering industry, aiming to introduce eco-friendly practices. The startup company has grown significantly globally ever since.

In 2022, the company merged with Nesnezeno, a Czech-founded company, and now has over 3,500 partners across Hungary, the Czech Republic and Slovakia to tackle food waste. Starting in March this year, their food rescue service will expand to Romania, according to Piacesprofit.hu.

About Munch

As stated on their website, Munch is driven by a mission to revolutionise our approach to food waste and foster a sustainable future. Their vision aims to maximise the value of every food item produced and consumed and they are actively seeking passionate and innovative individuals to join their expanding team.

Munch provides a straightforward yet effective solution to address the issue of food waste with approximately one-third of food produced going uneaten. By offering a platform for restaurants and shops to sell unsold yet quality food at discounted prices, Munch contributes to making food production more sustainable across environmental, social and economic dimensions.

Munch’s next destination: Romania

bucharest hotel continental — Grand Hotel Continental, Bucharest, Romania. Source: Wikimedia Commons/Mihai Petre

European Union statistics indicate that approximately 2.2 million tonnes of food are discarded annually in Romania with around 30% of this waste originating from the catering sector.

Munch presents a solution to mitigate this issue offering a means to eliminate food waste. The startup’s expansion in Romania marks a pivotal moment for the company, representing a valuable opportunity to reduce food waste in the region substantially and actively contribute to enhancing sustainability efforts.

In its quest for successful expansion, Munch has strategically assembled a local team boasting extensive local expertise, led by Alexandru Turcanu, who previously served as the Head of Strategic Sales at the Dutch-based multinational Just Eat Takeaway. While the food rescue service presently operates solely in Bucharest, ongoing opportunities are available for restaurants to join forces with the rapidly expanding company.

Moreover, the company has numerous open positions, both domestically and internationally, reflecting its dynamic growth trajectory.

How can you use Munch yourself?

There are two options for using Munch; either through a web browser by visiting their website or by downloading the app onto your smartphone (the app is simply called Munch). Upon registration, you gain access to browse the discounted products, similar to other ordering apps. Alongside purchasing food items, the platform also allows its users to make donations directly within the app or through the web browser.

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March 26, 2024

Discover Lake Balaton’s Easter extravaganza with 50+ amazing events

An increasing array of Easter-related activities awaits visitors at Lake Balaton this year, with over fifty events planned throughout the festive period. Guests can expect to encounter a myriad of creative and delightful solutions throughout these gatherings.

During Easter, hotels experience a significant five to six-fold increase in traffic compared to an average spring weekend. Hungarians primarily opt for accommodations in apartments, guest houses and four-star hotels, with Lake Balaton offering a diverse range of relaxing and engaging activities for guests, according to Turizmus.com.

Tamás Fekete, Vice-President of the Balaton Tourism Association, has highlighted Siófok as an excellent example where tourists are welcomed with unique attractions, such as a 15-metre-long sandwich. Beyond cultural festivals and religious observances, the Easter period sees a surge in sporting events prompting a healthy lifestyle, integral parts of the Open Balaton campaign showcasing the region’s dynamic offerings for visitors seeking both leisure and active pursuits.

What’s the deal with the 15-metre-long sandwich at Lake Balaton?

One of the most anticipated events during Easter is the egg and rabbit race, featuring a 15-metre sandwich which serves as the centrepiece of the South part of Lake Balaton’s largest sporting event, drawing thousands of children and parents.

Scheduled from March 29th to April 1st, the Siófok Festival promises a vibrant array of activities, including a rabbit derby, magic shows, egg tree decorating, dance school performances, folk games and numerous exhibitors. The festival’s highlight is the Sunday running race, a tradition since 2016, organised by Éva Molnár, president of the Balatuning Association.

This family-oriented race offers a shorter distance for children, who can participate using scooters, roller skates or bicycles. As a unique finale, the race culminates in the creation of the world’s largest Easter egg sandwich at the Main Square, composed of 80 cm loaves of bread extending ten beer benches to form a spectacular 15-meter-long sandwich.

Following the race, festivities continue with an egg-eating and peeling competition, along with the crowning of an egg king, adding an extra layer of fun and excitement to the celebration.

Other activities at Lake Balaton

The Open Balaton campaign offers a fun activity during Easter called the bike egg hunt, where participants can chase the Easter Bunny around Lake Balaton on bicycles. To join, you have to visit BalatonBike 365 stations in Keszthely, Balatonföldvár or Ferenc to rent bikes of any size. The Hunt starts from Balatonfüred, and participants need to take a photo of five Easter egg signs along the route to win some Easter presents.

There are also five more exciting Easter events around Lake Balaton, including the Bunny Ears Festival in Gyenesdiás which will take place on the 29th of March, the Ham and Loaf Festival in Csopak from the 29th of March to April 1st, Easter at Korzo in Zalakaros from March 29th to 1st of April, the Easter Cavalcade in Balatonalmádi on 30th of March and the Easter Egg-Rollin Competition in Balatonalaki on 31 March.

Additionally, there are five more exciting Easter events around Lake Balaton, including the Bunny Ears Festival in Gyenesdiás, scheduled for 29th March, the Ham and Loaf Festival in Csopak from 29 March to 1st April, Easter at Korzo in Zalakaros from 29th March to 1st April, the Easter Cavalcade in Balatonalmádi on 30th March and the Easter Egg-Rolling Competition in Balatonalaki on 31st March.

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March 24, 2024

Unique dessert bar welcomes tourists in the heart of Budapest – PHOTOS

édesmindegy dessert bar restaurant budapest

More than a simple patisserie, Édesmindegy is a dessert bar that combines excellent food, tasty drinks, a unique character, and a family atmosphere in one of the most lively areas of the inner city of Budapest.

Édesmindegy is a dessert bar with a history

Édesmindegy, turizmus.com writes, is not just a restaurant. It is a community space for those in the Újlipótváros area of Budapest: a friendly and welcoming place where people can come together and enjoy a brunch or drinks in the centre of the city.

Édesmindegy, the bar’s website proudly declares, is a

“place with an exciting and unique atmosphere, where you can taste the most interesting desserts in the company of pleasant drinks and nice music.”

Located on Pozsonyi Street in the XIII^th district, the place has a charming Portuguese-style design: hand-painted tiles, wooden tables carved from an old water mill, and black granite countertops greet you with a rustic yet chic atmosphere as you step into the building.

édesmindegy dessert bar storefront — The storefront of the dessert bar invites you inside. Photo: Édesmindegy / Facebook

The bar is the creation of Marika Keleti, owner of the Keleti Lifestyle-centre, who, as an oncologist, aspired to open an establishment where people can enjoy meals made from premium ingredients that are not only tasty but healthy and light, as well. The patisserie first opened in 2013, and its team has worked together like a family ever since. They even remained open throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the only restaurant to do so in the street.

Keleti oversees the staff as well as the creative process of dreaming up new items for the menu. The bakers at Édesmindegy aim to surprise guests with new and tasty foodstuffs every time they visit: twice a year, they rework their menu to provide novelty and seasonal goods to their customers.

édesmindegy dessert bar cakes — A selection of the sweet desserts available at the bar. Photo: Édesmindegy / Facebook

Their state-of-the-art and tasty plate desserts are made from scratch, based on the unique recipes of the kitchen, but you can find savoury dishes on their menu, as well: “variations of handmade steamed dumplings, and a selection of homemade and hearty breakfasts, brunches and daily menus” await you at the restaurant.

édesmindegy dessert bar savoury menu — Besides sweets, Édesmindegy offers savoury breakfasts, brunches, and daily menus, too. Photo: Édesmindegy / Facebook

Édesmindegy awarded a prestigious title

Last year, the patisserie won the 2023 Business of the Year award in the district for its excellent range of products, as well as the outstanding hospitality of its staff. At the same time, they say that while it is a great honour to receive such an award, the acclaim they are most appreciative of is the satisfaction of their customers who keep coming back to try their newest creations. Indeed, the owner and the crew are highly committed to creating a friendly, familial atmosphere for those who sit down for a meal or drinks at Édesmindegy.

édesmindegy dessert bar cheesecake — The Black Mamba. Photo: Édesmindegy / Facebook

Do not miss out on Édesmindegy if you are in Budapest – try a slice of their special Black Mamba peanut butter cheesecake along with a nice cup of tea or coffee, or pop in for a delectable breakfast this summer.

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March 24, 2024

Top 10 worst Hungarian dishes according to foreigners

While most Hungarians are proud of their local cuisine, some delicacies just do not make sense to foreigners. Here we have compiled a list of the quirkiest Hungarian dishes that might leave you scratching your head.

Főzelék

According to ncl, foreigners do not fancy Hungarian’s so-called főzelék. Főzelék is a type of Hungarian dish that can be described as a thick vegetable stew or soup. It is typically made with various vegetables such as green beans, peas, carrots, spinach, potatoes or lentils. The vegetables are usually cooked until tender and then thickened with a roux or a mixture of flour and sour cream. It is a popular comfort food in Hungary and can be served as a main dish or as a side dish alongside meat or bread. The dislike towards this meal might be down to its consistency; too thick to be a soup but it is not really like a stew either.

Stefánia szelet (meatloaf stuffed with egg)

Next up, we have Stefánia szelet – a beloved Hungarian dish consisting of a seasoned ground meat mixture, typically beef or pork, formed into a loaf shape. A hard-boiled egg is placed in the centre of the meat mixture, and then the meatloaf is baked until cooked through. When sliced, each serving reveals a cross-section with the egg in the centre. Töltött fasírt is often served as a hearty main dish in Hungarian cuisine and is enjoyed with various sides such as mashed potatoes, salad or the above-mentioned főzelék. We can see why stuffing meat with eggs might sound odd to foreigners… But trust us, it is worth trying out this filling Hungarian dish!

Borleves (Christmas wine soup)

Borleves, also fondly known as Christmas wine soup, divides opinion even among Hungarians. This traditional soup is served during the holiday season, particularly around Christmas. It is a sweet and aromatic soup made with white wine, mixed with water, egg yolks, sugar, cinnamon, cloves and sometimes lemon zest or juice. Some families like to add small cooked pasta (tarhonya) to this soup, while others prefer to flavour this dish with dried fruits such as raisins or prunes.

borleves wine soup Hungarian dishes — Source: Youtube / Nosalty

Poppy-seed pasta

The Hungarian poppy-seed pasta, as the name suggests, is a pasta tossed with ground poppy seeds and sweetened with sugar or even honey. Poppy-seed pasta is a beloved traditional Hungarian dish, especially popular during holidays like Christmas and Easter, but it can be enjoyed year-round as a comforting and indulgent meal. There are so many things foreigners might find weird about this delicious meal. However, most people find it pretty odd to add sweet toppings to your pasta.

Vadas (Hunter’s stew)

The Hungarian Hunter’s stew is a traditional stew that features meat cooked in a rich, flavourful sauce made with root vegetables, onions and a variety of spices. The sauce for this delicacy might sound weird, as it is basically a blended meat soup. Vadas is typically served hot and accompanied by sides such as dumplings (nokedli), potatoes or bread. While some find it strange, we suggest you try this meal that is a staple in heartwarming Hungarian dishes.

Further odd Hungarian dishes

Lekváros bukta (sweet jam-filled bun) is essentially a jam-filled dough. Some foreigners dislike the doughy texture and the overly sweet jam filling. However, the jam content is up to personal preferences.

Kókuszkocka is a chocolatey coconut cube that is also known as lamington. This delicacy originates from Australia, but it is widely popular in Hungary as well. Some may not like the texture of desiccated coconut or find it too dry or gritty. Although, if it is prepared in the right way, it will not be dry at all!

kókuszkocka lamington — Source: Youtube / Szilvi Szécsi

Tripe stew might not be everyone’s cup of tea. Tripe, the main ingredient in this stew, is the edible lining of the stomach of various animals, typically cattle. For many cultures, it might not be too appealing to eat stomach lining. Not to mention the chewy or rubbery texture and the strong flavour.

food pacal tripe stew — Tripe stew. Source: pixabay.com

Potato soup is yet again one of the comfort foods of Hungarians. It is quite a mystery why someone would find this delicious meal icky. But we are not here to argue with anyone. 🙂

Pancake cake is also one of the Hungarian dishes that foreigners find weird. While pancakes are usually a big hit in every country, the pancake cake seems a bit too much for foreigners. This traditional Hungarian dish often features thin layers of pancakes stacked with creamy fillings in between. Some may find the texture or presentation of this dessert unconventional compared to more familiar cake varieties.

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March 7, 2024

SIRHA Budapest 2024: Join the dazzling culinary extravaganza – PHOTOS + VIDEO

Sirha Budapest, Central and Eastern Europe’s premier international food show and HoReCa trade fair, once again welcomes professionals and gastro enthusiasts from around the globe to the HUNGEXPO Budapest Congress and Exhibition Centre. With the first day dedicated to industry insiders and professionals, the exhibition sets the stage for an immersive experience spanning three days of gastronomic exploration and innovation.

Gastro Odyssey like no other

As we reported earlier, Sirha Budapest 2024 epitomises innovation, creativity and collaboration within the culinary industry. From gelato competitions to cultural showcases, the exhibition provides a platform for professionals and enthusiasts alike to engage, learn and celebrate the art of gastronomy.

The exhibition boasts a colourful range of culinary delights, from traditional to avant-garde, including vegan, organic, dairy-free, sugar-free, gluten-free and halal options as well as soft and alcoholic beverages. Notably, attendees can even sample unconventional treats like chocolate made from grasshoppers, featuring 5% bug content.

Another standout attraction is the Valhrona chocolate booth, where visitors can learn the art of chocolate appreciation by first savouring its aroma, akin to enjoying a fine glass of wine, before indulging in its decadent flavour.

In addition to culinary delights, Sirha Budapest offers a vast display of kitchen appliances, professional catering equipment and other trade-related products. This aspect of the exhibition caters to industry professionals seeking the latest innovations and solutions for their businesses.

Exhibition highlight: Indonesian Pavilion

Nestled within the bustling halls of Sirha Budapest 2024, at Stand A Hall/B1, lies the Indonesian Pavilion, a vibrant showcase of culture and cuisine, which invites you to embark on a sensory journey through the flavours and traditions of the far-flung tropical country. At the heart of the pavilion are displays of high-quality Indonesian products, ranging from coconut sugar and various sauces to artisanal Arabica coffee and home decor craftwork. Visitors have the opportunity to savour infused waters flavoured with tropical fruits such as dragon fruit and pineapple, dried fruit chips made from lesser-known delicacies like jackfruit and aromatic chocolate drinks.

The opening ceremony, marked by traditional dance performances, sets the stage for a captivating cultural experience this year. In addition to product tastings, representatives from the Indonesian Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC) and Indonesian companies are on hand to provide insights into their offerings and facilitate business opportunities with Eastern European countries.

Sirha Budapest 2024 programmes

In addition to the cultural showcase, Sirha Budapest 2024 offers a myriad of programmes and activities to engage attendees. The Gelato Festival World Masters – Hungary Challenge invites ice cream aficionados to witness the quest for the finest gelato craftsmanship. Thematic presentations by leading ice cream companies offer insights into the latest trends and innovations in ice cream making. Throughout the exhibition, visitors can expect a feast for the senses, with live demonstrations, culinary competitions and tasting sessions highlighting the best of Hungarian and international cuisine. From the playful Gelato Adventure 2024 to the nation’s beloved Hungary’s Cake competition, the event celebrates the artistry and innovation of culinary professionals.

Beyond the culinary delights, Sirha Budapest embodies a commitment to sustainability and industry collaboration. Public catering initiatives underscore the importance of sustainable practices, while forums and networking events facilitate knowledge exchange and international collaboration.

For theatre enthusiasts, explore the colourful programmes at Vígszínház, now available with English subtitles.

March 6, 2024