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CNN’s Anthony Bourdain visits Pléh Csárda in Budapest
The newest edition of “Parts Unknown” brought the globe-trotting star chef to one of the city’s most beloved low-budget eateries – we follow his footsteps.
Mon, 1 Jun 2015
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Open your own hotspot restaurant on Budapest’s Danube Promenade
Thanks to the Budapest Marriott Hotel, one lucky entrepreneur will open the eatery of their dreams in a vacant downtown space complete with a riverfront terrace.
Tue, 26 May 2015
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Hummus Bar founder Uri Gotlibovich – Budapest’s chickpea chief
Less than a decade ago, this Israeli entrepreneur started a tiny eatery with little more than a great hummus recipe; today he is a true Budapest success story.
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Budapest Bakering sells street food from iconic carts
Pushing cute little carts customized to resemble Budapest’s buses, trolleys, and trams, the vendors of this creative company proffer tasty bread rings for cheap.
Thu, 21 May 2015
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Devour delicious Balkan delights at Pola Pola
Try authentic grilled treats from south of the border at Budapest’s newly opened casual Slavic eatery on Klauzál Square in downtown District VII.
Wed, 20 May 2015
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Taste amore at a new Italian bakery in downtown Budapest
Panificio il Basilico is the latest addition to a growing chain of specialty bakeries, and their freshest location offers much more than lovely loaves.
Thu, 14 May 2015
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Caffeine rushes at Mesterbike Bike + Coffee
Mesterbike functions as both a bicycle-service shop and a specialty-coffee place – but while this might seem strange at first, it’s actually a great pairing.
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Try paprika chicken prepared with panache
Hungary’s star chefs are congregating for Budapest’s eagerly anticipated Gourmet Festival to reinvent a classic regional dish – we provide a tasteful preview.
Wed, 13 May 2015
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Classy glassfuls at the Belgian Beer Festival
At Budapest’s riverfront Belgian Beer Festival – happening May 15-17 – visitors can taste 196 types of high-quality Belgian beers, with 55 of them on tap.
Mon, 11 May 2015
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Faszaládé offers tasty links and saucy puns
Visit this new downtown eatery to savor succulent sausages made with flavorful modern flair – but don't be surprised to hear Hungarian diners snickering there.
Fri, 8 May 2015
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Visit KisBécs to feel Vienna vibes in Buda
The best wines of Austria, the sunny terrace, and the friendly staff aren't the only reasons why we keep returning to this flowery spot near Déli Railway Station.
Thu, 7 May 2015
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Savor Asian flavors at Gozsdu Udvar’s Sáo哨
Sáo哨 offers Vietnamese-Chinese delicacies created by three good friends, including well-known fashion designer Anh Tuan. We check out Gozsdu’s newest Asian eatery.
Wed, 6 May 2015
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Baraka is Back: artful fine dining on downtown Dorottya Street
For years, Baraka's creative cuisine caused continual delight for Budapest's foodies on upper Andrássy Avenue – we check out their new location by Vörösmarty Square.
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Sip and smile at the Budapest Pálinka Festival
Sample all sorts of pálinka – Hungary's traditional potent potable, made from myriad fruits – at this weekend's downtown extravaganza of high-spirited celebration.
Thu, 30 Apr 2015
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Another specialty coffee shop on Museum Boulevard - Budapest Baristas
Another specialty coffee shop has opened on Museum Boulevard with the name Budapest Baristas. We checked it out.
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Buda now has its own Gerbeaud: Émile has opened
Pest has the Gerbeaud and now Buda boasts a place called Émile. We find out what to expect at the famous café’s new spot across the river.
Mon, 27 Apr 2015
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Vegan fare waiting for you at Ferenciek Square – Napfényes
The rightly popular Napfényes has opened a new restaurant at Ferenciek Square, and it's waiting for you with some incredibly yummy vegan food.
Fri, 24 Apr 2015
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French "dessert" breakfasts in Budapest - Á la Maison
Á la Maison: home, home-style, domestic. Everything that makes you feel relaxed, tastes delicious, and is loveable and familiar. This new French spot is a must!
Wed, 22 Apr 2015
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Pivo and More has opened on Dohány Street
The new "beer bistro" concentrates on premium beers and food to match.
Wed, 15 Apr 2015
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Delectable sweets at this sweetheart of a place - Édesem
After the success of her blog, Édesem, Szonja Márk and co. have finally opened a new wave confectionary with the same name.
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Italian pasta added to the gastro fair at the Downtown Market on Hold Street
The upper level of Hold Street's recently revamped Downtown Market is truly becoming a magnet for various international food vendors, and now an Italian spot has opened.
Tue, 14 Apr 2015
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Rethought Jewish cuisine – the transformed Macesz Huszár
From early April, the beefed-up and renamed Macesz Bistro welcomes visitors with the same quality and hospitality, but with some added extras!
Fri, 10 Apr 2015
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Homely pop-up apartment restaurant - Eat & Meet
A panorama of the Danube river, traditional Hungarian dishes and a pleasant homely atmosphere - we highly recommend this pop-up apartment restaurant.
Wed, 8 Apr 2015
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M. Restaurant: Redrawn for fans of French food!
After some minor renovations, the small restaurant supply delicious French gastronomy has reopened on Kertész Street.
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Comfort food: Where to find the food you miss from home
Whether you're in Budapest for a few days or a few years, you might be craving some food from "home." Here are some stores that might just stock the food you're after!