There’s more out there than you think.  Many bookstores, both Hungarian-grown and international, usually have a selection of English and German books on hand, but you’re going to have to expand the hunt to find Hugo in his native tongue.  There’s one place, though, that not only covers the French bases, but now has works …

Moved all the way over to MP3s? Never, ever, ever, ever going to watch Toy Story again? Before you trash your old CDs and DVDs, consider the alternatives.  The most attractive option, money-wise, is to try to pocket a few Forint by bringing your English-language DVDs  down to Treehugger Dan’s, which will buy …

There’s no shortage of paprika in Budapest, but every once in a while it’s nice to be able to cook up a little something different…or as the case may be for a lot of expats, something familiar. Culinaris is wonderful if you’re looking for a wide range of Western-style ingredients, but you’ll be more …

Rozsakert used to carry them, then not.  Tesco did too, but only outside of Hungary.  Don’t know whether it ever crossed Auchan’s bow before now.  Either way, there’s a reason for expat women to celebrate: tampons with applicators can once again be found in Budapest.  Brave a trip to the big box stores in Budaörs …

In the horrible heat of June, my electric fan died, so this week I took it over to this old woman near Arany Janos Metro. Greff Elektronika has been repairing my electronic goods for years – VCR, walkman, Discman, DVD, electric razor, and now my fan. Although quickly diminishing in number, there are still quite …

For those of you who live on the Buda side, you will be happy to hear that you can now get your hands on Treehugger Dan’s second hand books and Fair Trade products without having to join the traffic over to the Pest side!  Artosz Izvilag has joined forces with Treehugger Dan’s!
Now available in Buda! …

This may turn out to be the most challenging part of your pregnancy: finding fashionable items to wear as your waistline expands.  Expat Echo has compiled a list to help you on your shopping spree. 

Gentlemen take note, it’s coming. Put a big red circle round February 14th, better still, make it heart-shaped. Valentine’s Day is on its way. So, if you want to hit the brownie-point jackpot this year, you’ll start thinking of the most unique, romantic gift you can muster.  Expat Echo has put together some suggestions to …

When we moved to Budapest six an a half years ago, we found ourselves trying to figure out Hungarian menus (many were not available in English at the time).  Our struggle to make sense of the ingredients or even ’styles’ of cooking left us often times disappointed when our dishes would arrive to be the …

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Where to buy stylish french style christmas logs (3 chocolates, chestnut and pistacchios, berries) and good quality bread?

A new Organic Market has opened up in the Pesthidegkut area in the second district (close to the French school).  The market is located on the outdoor property of the Klebelsgerg Culture Center. 

Getting tired of lugging around your heavy books everywhere, whether it’s for travel or for everyday use?  Then you will be delighted with this reading gadget that can hold up to 1,500 books within one digital ‘slim book’.

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