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Cosy KisBíró goes Alpine again this winter!
This winter-style terrace with warming snacks reopens amid the rolling hills of Buda as star chef Lajos Bíró revives his Alpine-tinged KisBíró restaurant.
Wed, 17 Nov 2021
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Blue Agori – authentic Greek street food now available at three locations
You can now sample delicious and authentic Greek meat dishes with fresh vegetables and trimmings sourced from the southern Balkans at three Blue Agori outlets around Budapest.
Wed, 10 Nov 2021
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Panoramic villa Aranybástya revives history and serves fine bistro cuisine
Once an Ottoman fortification, revived from ruins as an ornate villa by Miklós Ybl of Opera House fame, the Aranybástya has just been rebuilt as a panoramic café-bistro in the Castle District.
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Start the day at 7:55 in trendy Buda
Opening at 7.55am on relaxed Saturdays, at 7.30am during the week to cater to the many students and workers nearby, 7:55 near trendy Bartók Béla út in Buda offers fine specialty coffee and snacks.
Tue, 2 Nov 2021
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Great news for carnivores – Beef Heaven by Tuning to reopen its doors
Tuck into juicy steaks at Beef Heaven by Tuning, now being reopened by Róbert Erdélyi and his old team on Liszt Ferenc tér.
Tue, 26 Oct 2021
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Where Hungarian and French cuisines dovetail – Párisi Passage Café & Brasserie raises the bar with premium local ingredients
Crafted by executive chef Lajos Lutz, the exciting new menu at the Párisi Passage Café & Brasserie combines Hungarian and French flavours at the Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest.
Fri, 22 Oct 2021
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Friendly juice bar captures the flavour of trendy Újlipótváros
Go and grab a freshly squeezed beverage at the Lényeg juice bar on your way to work! Just off the tram 4-6 line, this innovative drink outlet is run by a former bartender and his two friends.
Wed, 20 Oct 2021
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Give us this day – sourdough pioneers Marmorstein open their first store
Sourdough suppliers to outlets and restaurants in town, the Marmorstein Bakery has just opened its first store, with a sit-down area for cake and coffee, and a showcase area to see how it's all done.
Mon, 18 Oct 2021
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Top Budapest craft brewers Horizont expand horizons to gain global acclaim
Recently honoured at the Asia Beer Challenge awards, Budapest craft-beer pioneers Horizont are expanding their range of brews and their taproom down in Kőbánya.
Thu, 14 Oct 2021
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From Holland with love – Tosti toasties warm hands and hearts
Head to Tosti for authentic Dutch toasties, warming sandwiches filled with Gouda cheese and genuine appelstroop. Sprinkle hagelslag on your chocolate bread and the experience is complete!
Tue, 12 Oct 2021
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Transformer station transformed into top eatery and cocktail spot Marischka
Occupying a former transformer station and luxury apartment block in Buda, newly opened Marischka offers top-quality Hungarian dishes and inventive cocktails.
Fri, 8 Oct 2021
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Budapest’s iconic Kispipa restaurant of Gloomy Sunday fame revived as a cool cocktail bar
Made famous by the man behind classic torch song Gloomy Sunday, one-time Rezső Seress haunt the Kispipa restaurant has now been reconfigured as a contemporary cocktail bar with superior snacks.
Thu, 30 Sep 2021
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Authentic Russian comfort food from Siberia – Gurman Bisztró sets up near former Moscow Square
With an autumnal chill setting in, where better to fill up on warming comfort food than the Gurman Bisztró, serving authentic Russian dumplings, pelmeni, in traditional surroundings.
Wed, 29 Sep 2021
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Fork Tales: Ede Újházi, the man behind the broth
Chicken soup for the Hungarian soul – how the revered Újházi broth came about, thanks to the actor and bon vivant of the same name.
Mon, 27 Sep 2021
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Perfection on a plate and class in a glass at recently opened Rapszóda Fine Bistro
Refined lunches and matching wines are now being offered at Rapszóda Fine Bistro, ideally located in a busy Buda dining hub. Look out, too, for Bavarian beers to celebrate Oktoberfest.
Thu, 23 Sep 2021
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Popping Pét-Nat, wine tastings, pitmasters and outdoor BBQs – VinoPiano offers guests new experiences
Visit the VinoPiano wine bar for bubbling Pét-Nat, fine tapas and lively social gatherings in the heart of gentrifying District IX – alternatively, book its lovely terraced room for private events.
Fri, 17 Sep 2021
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Dine on fine delicacies at new Italian bistro LR Lounge & Restaurant
The scallops are divine, the veal thinly sliced and the tiramisù as silky as it gets – recently opened LR Lounge & Restaurant offers a quality dining experience in Budapest's business quarter.
Thu, 16 Sep 2021
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FELIX wins top world wine award, WINESCAPE also honoured
Top US lifestyle magazine Wine Spectator bestows prestigious annual awards on two Hungarian venues, FELIX Kitchen & Bar and WINESCAPE Budapest.
Mon, 13 Sep 2021
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Where morning happiness comes from artistic machines – Coffee Works offers cold and hot brews
Specialty brews both hot and cold are served at Coffee Works, recently opened near the Great Market Hall by the couple behind My Little Melbourne and Bon Dia.
Thu, 9 Sep 2021
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Elegant Aranypinty, where Piaf meets Pushkin in the Palace Quarter
Piaf sings soothing chansons amid the gentle rattle of Herend porcelain at the Aranypinty, an elegant breakfast and daytime spot in Budapest's Palace Quarter.
Wed, 8 Sep 2021
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How to make lecsó, Hungary’s tasty ratatouille
Try cooking a traditional Hungarian speciality, the typical late summer dish, lecsó. Often referred to as Hungarian ratatouille, it serves as a tasty meal for vegetarians and meat lovers alike!
Tue, 7 Sep 2021
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Budapest’s newly crowned Michelin-starred restaurants react to the news
We speak with the people behind the latest two restaurants in Budapest to receive the hallowed Michelin star, Essência and SALT, as they take in the news of their recently announced success.
Mon, 6 Sep 2021
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Charming Fanka café brings the tasty treats of Lake Balaton to downtown Budapest
Find tasty delights such as mascarpone cheesecake and prosciutto bagels, along with fine wines, at Fanka, recently opened in the heart of District VII.
Fri, 3 Sep 2021
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Ruin bar, live venue and BBQ spot in one – A Nagy Kohó beckons beyond Budapest
Relax in the great outdoors over quality burgers and small-batch beers at A Nagy Kohó in Nagykovácsi, just outside Budapest. Live music is another plus!
Thu, 2 Sep 2021
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Two more restaurants receive Michelin stars in Budapest
Two new Michelin-star restaurants in Budapest have been just been announced, Essência and SALT, to join the five others who retain their illustrious status on the global culinary stage.