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You can be at war with everyone, but not with your chef

Interview with Witold Szabłowski. How to Feed A Dictator, a book now published in Hungarian, features the chefs working for five famous dictators of the 20th-century—Saddam Hussein, Idi Amin, Enver Hoxha, Fidel Castro, and Pol Pot. Coming from countries far away from each other, what do these chefs have
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A Taste of Italy

Zwack is celebrating the widespread launch of Unicum Orange Bitter with a Mediterranean-inspired commercial. Starting this April, the latest addition to the Zwack Unicum lineup will be available on the shelves of major retail chains. To mark the occasion, the company has created a visually stunning advertisement set to debut
Dynamic art or traditional carnivals – Winter holiday destinations in Central Europe

Dynamic art or traditional carnivals – Winter holiday destinations in Central Europe

Fancy going skiing or visiting a museum? Hiking through snowy landscapes or browsing in the warmth of a unique design shop? How about drinking a good coffee and trying out new food? It’s time to set foot in Kraków, Sofia, Brasov or Szentendre—cities with plenty of opportunities for
I’m interested in the edge of human existence | Interview with Oscar-winning director, Elizabeth Chai Vásárhelyi

I’m interested in the edge of human existence | Interview with Oscar-winning director, Elizabeth Chai Vásárhelyi

The most astonishing free solo climb in human history, rescuing the Thai youth soccer team from a cave, swimming from Cuba to Florida—these are all stories that the world got to know through Elizabeth Chai Vásárhelyi’s films. At the graduation ceremony of Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design,
The III. Balkan Rally kicked off on Saturday, racers are now in Belgrade

The III. Balkan Rally kicked off on Saturday, racers are now in Belgrade

The III. Balkan Rally, the largest classic car and motorcycle race in the region, set off with 52 cars, 34 motorcycles, and nearly 160 participants from 14 different countries. Organized for the third time by GoBeyond Travel Agency, the race takes drivers on a breathtaking journey across four countries in
Legendary lineup and musical discovery - the 2024 edition of Budapest Ritmo

Legendary lineup and musical discovery - the 2024 edition of Budapest Ritmo

April awaits with the next dose of global beats and local talent: Budapest Ritmo lineup boasts Salif Keita, Gérald Toto, Gaye Su Akyol, resident faves Duckshell and a rare live cinema treat by Vincent Moon. Organized by Hangvető as part of Bartók Spring International Arts Week, Ritmo promises a 3-day
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TASTE | Szabina Tomán

She says she often gets a strange look when ordering chicken stew in a restaurant. Szabina Tomán is a successful businesswoman, known by many from the business show Cápák között (Among Sharks), and there is a fair number of people who would put her name in gold thanks to the
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From Wood to Plate: The Art of Ukrainian Pasta

From Wood to Plate: The Art of Ukrainian Pasta

Trupasta is a story of passion and coincidence, of culinary creativity intertwined with a love of pasta. The journey celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship of Ukrainian woodworkers was sparked by the unexpected purchase of a simple ravioli cutter. The colorful pasta, boards, rolling pins, and ravioli molds in the Trupasta
On the same latitude as Burgundy: a sparkling wine champion from Transylvania

On the same latitude as Burgundy: a sparkling wine champion from Transylvania

Carassia: a rising star of Transylvanian sparkling wine, from Szilágyság, a recently rediscovered wine region. Four devoted friends and a Hungarian investor was needed for the success. If you think about sparkling wine, the first region coming to your mind is probably not Transylvania. Nevertheless, this region – previously part of
You're also in it: the Sziget aftermovie has arrived

You're also in it: the Sziget aftermovie has arrived

One day with Beton.Hofi & Miki357 in Budapest

One day with Beton.Hofi & Miki357 in Budapest

VYF’s latest collection arrives: a fusion of contemporary Hungarian design and Renoir’s art

VYF’s latest collection arrives: a fusion of contemporary Hungarian design and Renoir’s art

Italian kitchen design at arm’s reach | Veneta Cucine opens first showroom in Budapest

Italian kitchen design at arm’s reach | Veneta Cucine opens first showroom in Budapest