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 …

Eating out and shopping for groceries in Budapest while suffering from Celiac’s disease can be quite frustrating.  There aren’t as many options as one might be used to.  Expat Echo has dug up some valuable information to help with Gluten-Free shopping and dining.

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 …

WAMP design conquest began on a hot summer day in July, during the previous football world championship. In the time that passed between the two football-events, more than 50 fairs have been organised. The suberb atmosphere of was ensured by excellent designers, musicians, other performers and of course by your participation!
Now it’s time to celebrate! …

Being a vegetarian can be hard when living in Hungary, but it is not impossible to find your favorite produce and keep your veggie dreams alive. Below is a comprehensive list of vegetarian shops and restaurants that should whet your healthy palette. Enjoy!

Biokonyha
home delivery (lakto)
Tel: 20-200-1045
zimrezs@invitel.hu
sales@biochef.hu

Vegafood
Home delivery (lakto)
Tel: 1/221-6601
ennemkell@vegafood.hu
Biopont
Darshan udvar (vegan)
VIII. Krúdy Gy. u. 8.
Tel: …

Last year saw the death of the last nationwide reusable mineral water bottle in Hungary – the Margit Szigeti 1.5 liter. The mineral water company has been owned by Pepsi for many years, and considering how early they stopped reusable bottles for their other lines, it is amazing the mineral water held out for so …

It was a long wait but summer is here, and so hot already!  Aperitif al fresco or barbecues are back on the menu and MonVin is pleased to offer a great mixed case of fresh and fruity wines to please all: a South African Rosé, with New World punch, a fruity Chardonnay d’Oc blended with …

Your first trip to a Hungarian market may prove a tad disconcerting. Cows’ tongues, pigs’ cheeks and chicken heads dangle overhead. Lanes are crammed with mounds of weird shaped legumes, knobs of queer nuts and peculiar fruits. It all seems a wonderful trove for a witch’s kitchen, but the poor expat can be forgiven for …

Budapest is a thrift shopper’s paradise.  There are literally second-hand shops on every other street.  Although, not all shops sell quality clothing, there are several shops that sell American and British brands in top shape. 

What better way to appreciate a hot summer’s day than to visit a lush organic garden – and discover the secret to finding an array of produce not usually found at local grocers. A well-regulated organic industry is expanding into niche markets.
On assignment to report on the organic foods market in Hungary, I recently drove …

First open air WAMP this Sunday, May 16th!
Come and join the stylish collection of top Hungarian craftsmen and designers at Erzsébet tér.
This month Zita Majoros, …

Treehugger Dan has opened up a third shop in the heart of the city, just off Deák tér!  Like his other shops, there is a wide selection of used books, Fair Trade food and handcarfts, as well as local organic products.  What makes this new shop stand out from the others is that it is …

As you may have discovered on your latest trip to the supermarket, there is lots of cheese… lots of unknown cheese to be precise!  Many of the cheeses you love and are familiar with might not be so cheap or easy to come by.
Author Carolyn Bánfalvi helps shed some light on Hungarian Cheese