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12 treasured traditional and new-wave Budapest souvenirs
From elegant porcelain plates or a bottle of golden Tokaji Aszú to a cute card game and a chic city map, here are a dozen timelessly tasteful Magyar mementos.
Fri, 22 Apr 2016
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Earth Day BP: 11 stylish sources for reusable bags in Budapest
Save the planet from plastic pollution by purchasing creative cloth bags decorated with Budapest scenery, animal patterns, Hungarian motifs, and much more.
Tue, 19 Apr 2016
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9 of the most spellbinding secondhand bookshops in Budapest
Despite the Internet’s ubiquity, the written word is still revered at a variety of long-standing stores around Hungary’s capital that specialize in used books.
Tue, 8 Mar 2016
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6 Hungarian design brands offering creative concrete products
Simple cement is becoming one of the trendiest materials used by contemporary designers to form one-of-a-kind clocks, jewelry, USB flash drives, and much more.
Mon, 21 Dec 2015
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10 holiday gifts for women, all made by Hungarian designers
Following up on our recent article highlighting unique Magyar-made products for men, here is our collection of cool potential presents for discerning women.
Thu, 17 Dec 2015
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Last-minute shopping guide for buying Christmas gifts in Budapest
Still haven’t got those stocking stuffers yet? Our eleventh-hour shopping suggestions provide plenty of ideas for getting unique presents all over Budapest.
Fri, 11 Dec 2015
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6 modern design fairs in Budapest offering truly unique presents
Hungary boasts one of Europe’s most dynamic contemporary design scenes, and these markets and pop-up shops offer avant-garde products for the holiday season.
Thu, 10 Dec 2015
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Classic handmade Hungarian gifts fill Budapest’s Christmas fairs
From cinnamon-scented trinkets to vibrantly glazed ceramics and even succulent sausages, the city’s festive markets offer a huge variety of traditional treats.
Wed, 9 Dec 2015
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10 holiday gifts for men, all made by Hungarian designers
We visited some of Budapest’s best shops to find unique Magyar-made items for the special guys in your life, ranging from wooden wallets to concrete clocks.
Mon, 30 Nov 2015
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Hip Hungarian-made hats to keep you warm for winter
Top off your unique style with a variety of caps created by Magyar designers, providing extraordinary crowning touches to all types of cold-weather couture.
Mon, 23 Nov 2015
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3 sources for tempting takeaway vitamin-bomb drinks in Budapest
Avoid wintertime illnesses by maintaining a steady intake of healthy and nutritious juices made with fresh fruits and vegetables – and they taste good, too!
Mon, 26 Oct 2015
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6 uniquely stylish Budapest souvenirs from Projekt Showroom
Check out these contemporary handicrafts by diverse local artisans, all available at a quirky downtown pop-up shop that will now be open through Christmas.
Mon, 21 Sep 2015
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His and Hers: unisex fashion in Budapest
If you like wearing your boyfriend’s sweater, or don’t mind carrying around your girlfriend’s backpack, you’ll love these stylish pieces by Magyar designers.
Tue, 25 Aug 2015
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7 Hungarian brands offering accessories for under 10,000 forints
Several young and talented Magyar designers create cool jewelry that affordably enhances a variety of outfits – here are some appealing value-priced picks.
Mon, 10 Aug 2015
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Hot Couture: 5 Hungarian brands for customized festival fashion
With the summertime music-festival scene now in full swing, check out these five local clothing producers providing creative apparel for the ideal odd outfit.
Thu, 30 Jul 2015
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Soda bottles make a splash across Budapest culture and history
For over a century, seltzer remains a staple of dining and drinking establishments citywide – here are some places where this tradition is still flowing strong.
Fri, 17 Jul 2015
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4 Hungarian designers making ideal items for summertime chilling
From colorful pouches for perfect picnics to handmade toys for outdoor games, these stylish Magyar-made goods take sun-kissed summer days to the next level.
Thu, 9 Jul 2015
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5 cool Scandinavian-style Hungarian brands
The design culture of Scandinavia is influential around the world, and it has certainly inspired several Magyar designers as well. Here are our five favorites.
Mon, 6 Jul 2015
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5 fashionable blogs covering Hungary’s style scene in English
From established multimedia mavens to start-up online journals, these chic Budapest-based blogs are worth bookmarking if you want sneak peeks into local trends.
Tue, 23 Jun 2015
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Ride in style with Magyar-made cycling gear
Getting around Budapest by bike is fast, efficient, and cool – especially when riders are properly equipped with these locally produced accessories and wares.
Thu, 11 Jun 2015
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5 Hungarian brands with bags you’ll beg for
We all know that designer purses, clutches, and backpacks aren’t cheap, but all of these Magyar-made bags are great long-term investments in style.
Wed, 3 Jun 2015
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Ring Our Bells: 3 apartment showrooms to discover in Budapest
When shopping at any of these stylish independent boutiques that are located in residential buildings, we feel like houseguests at a designer’s home studio.
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7 international business groups in Budapest
Promoting a dynamic global economy here in Hungary, all of these organizations boost commerce in Budapest with professional support and stimulating events.
Tue, 26 May 2015
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13 Budapest delicatessens with specialties from near and far
If you seek tasty treats from home (even if that’s on the other side of the planet) and/or fine Hungarian foodstuffs, here are some delicious destinations.
Thu, 21 May 2015
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Paper’s Back: Budapest’s coolest notebooks
Draw, take notes, write a diary, or start a planner! Here are the best notebooks made by independent artisans in Budapest, ready for all of your creative needs.