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Where and when to visit Santa
30/11/2009    
Where and when to visit Santa

With Mikulas day approaching, we’ve put together a list of places where Santa will be waiting to greet your children.

Hungarian Ho Ho Ho
27/11/2009    
Hungarian Ho Ho Ho

Santa Claus Day in Hungary falls some two weeks before Christmas, Expat Echo looks at its associated traditions.

Trendy Christmas Cards
25/11/2009    
Trendy Christmas Cards

Other than the UNICEF Christmas cards you’ll find at a lot of the Christmas markets, this year you can be lucky enough to buy off of designer, Diane Kappa:

Ready, Set, SHOP!
24/11/2009    
Ready, Set, SHOP!

Christmas is right around the corner, have you begun shopping yet?  Here is a list of markets and fairs to help you on your way!

(Français) Adieu aux infos dans la voiture!
    
(Français) Adieu aux infos dans la voiture!

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Wilkinson’s British Sausages – Holiday Specials
    
Wilkinson’s British Sausages – Holiday Specials

“In 2004 David Wilkinson started to produce high quality sausage in Budapest for home delivery. Made in Hungary in a state of the art facility, with grade A pork and a meat content of 85%. It is made fresh to order and delivered straight to your door. Ideal for bangers and mash, barbequing or a …

Shopping Guide: Bottled Water
    
Shopping Guide: Bottled Water

As is the trend over the last few years, mineral water in Hungary comes in a seemingly endless jubilee of different varieties. A trip to the supermarket just adds to the confusion, now that the supermarkets all seem to have various water aisles.  Here, for the first time, is as definitive as is possible list …

Now Open
23/11/2009    
Now Open

Treehugger Dan’s Fair Trade, University and Foreign Language Book Center.
“Fair Trade and a Fair Deal” & “The local bookstore with a global conscience”

Central Europe’s Market Magic
    
Central Europe’s Market Magic

Every December, a flurry of Christmas markets appears on the Central European map. Tourists and locals swarm to the rosy nostalgia of these little wooden stalls. Just like Christmas past, you’ll find no electronic gadgets here, just traditional handcrafted items, usually locally produced. Moreover, the Hungarian capital’s central location allows the adventurous expat to visit …

Bargain hunters, look no more!
22/11/2009    
Bargain hunters, look no more!

Flea markets seem to pop up in the most obscure locations in Budapest over the weekend. Small parks, empty lots… if there is space, locals will find it and try to sell their unwanted items or their latest “dump day” finds.  There are more reputable markets that sell mainly antiques such as the Ecscerie Piac …

Take me out to the ball game
21/11/2009    
Take me out to the ball game

Watching live sports is always fun no matter in which country you live.  Hot dogs, sodas, brewskies and fans cheering… what’s not to love?!  You might not find your local teams or familiar names on the rosters, but you’ll definitely be entertained! On the other hand, if you are looking for a specific team, you …

Shopping Guide: Flour
19/11/2009    
Shopping Guide: Flour

Who knew buying flour was such a challenge?!  Since the packages all look the same, it is nearly impossible to identify them by appearance alone.
We’ve compiled a list of translations to help you on your next trip to the supermarket!

10th Annual Budapest Christmas Fair
18/11/2009    
10th Annual Budapest Christmas Fair

Can you believe it?  It’s already that time of year… the holidays are just around the corner.  This year marks the 10th anniversary of the annual Christmas Fair… more reason to celebrate the holidays in Budapest!  The fair features the Christmas Market on Vörösmarty Square. The Hungarian Society of Folk Arts has to approve all …

(Français) La Paroisse Francophone Déménage…
17/11/2009    
(Français) La Paroisse Francophone Déménage…

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