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Coffee, Stripped Back | A Conversation with Naked Coffee Co-founder Sasha Ódry
While most ready-to-drink coffees try to stand out with sugar, milk, or a long list of added flavours, Naked Coffee has taken the opposite approach. We spoke with co-founder Sasha Ódry about how the idea came to life, the role design plays in shaping the brand, and why they believe
A Celebration of Measure and Quality | Winners of the BIG SEE Awards 2026 Announced
From the adaptive reuse of historic buildings to AI-powered products, from community-focused spaces to sustainable material experimentation: the winners of the BIG SEE Awards 2026 have been announced. One of Southeast Europe’s most important architecture and design platforms once again recognized projects that stand out not only for their
From “What’s Served” to “What It’s Served On” | Luca Várady’s Journey from Pastry to Her Own Ceramics Studio
Luca Várady’s vocation does not trace the arc of a classical artistic career: she arrived in the world of ceramics from the field of gastronomy, where today she is building her own visual language. Her objects are both functional and sensitively reflect on the environments in which they are
Omakase in a Palace | 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Arrives in Budapest
Known for its high-end Japanese cuisine, 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant has opened its first Central European location in Budapest. The setting is just as impressive: the recently opened The St. Regis Budapest, housed in the stunning Klotild Palace.
Budapest’s gastronomic map has been visibly redrawn in recent years — and
Bologna on Király Street? | Popolare
The place where you don’t have to get up after dinner.
Budapest’s gastronomic map has opened up over the past decade: world-class Japanese, Chinese, Russian cuisine — there’s at least one place from each that can hold its own internationally. There’s no shortage of Italian restaurants and
Cutting Lines and Crossing Boundaries | The Story of Galamb Tailoring from Classic Roots to a Dalí-Inspired Collaboration
How can a slow, craft-based discipline remain relevant in an accelerating world? We spoke with Csaba Baranyi, founder of Galamb Tailoring, about the future of bespoke tailoring, the mindset behind Neapolitan traditions, and how the inspiration of a Dalí painting can be translated into a wearable garment — without losing quality,
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Issue No. 13.
HYPE&HYPER MAGAZINE
A unique summary of all things exciting in the Central and Eastern European region in the fields of design, business, architecture and culture.
strategy
I am from Bosnia. Take Me to America
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup was more than a sporting achievement – it became a rare, cross-border moment in the Western Balkans. While Sarajevo erupted in celebration, quieter yet meaningful reactions unfolded across the region, revealing a distinct Balkan paradox: despite deep historical divisions, football still
A Layover in Abu Dhabi and the Question I Had Never Been asked Before: “Aren’t You Afraid?”
Soon I’ll be transferring in Abu Dhabi because of a long-haul flight – on paper, that’s all there is to it. Yet whenever I mention it, almost everyone asks the same (seemingly unusual) question: Am I afraid? A few years ago, this sentence didn’t exist in connection with
strategy
Welfare State or Broken Dream? | France’s Downward Spiral and Europe at Risk
France’s economic and political crisis is no longer a purely domestic matter: the whole continent is at risk!
strategy
From Greenland to Venezuela | America First Even Against Its Allies
Donald Trump's foreign policy is constantly pushing the boundaries of traditional diplomacy. Interview with Gábor Csizmazia.
The Calm After Davos
Why America’s Claim to Greenland Is More Realistic Than We Might Think
Peace, Elections, Crises – Central Europe’s TOP 5 Moment in 2026
These events are definitely worth keeping an eye on!
Polishing the Stars
The success of the Perun rocket and a new era for the Polish space industry.
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business
Central Europe and the United States are coming together in Kraków
The Polish–Hungarian–American Leadership Summit 2026 (PHALS) is a three-day international forum dedicated to strengthening economic cooperation, fostering innovation and building new strategic partnerships across the Atlantic.
business
Well-Tailored Success | Polish Brands Dressing Elegant Europe
Polish menswear brands such as Wólczanka, Bytom and Vistula have long shaped the Polish market with their blend of craftsmanship, heritage and accessible premium quality.
design
The Meaning of Endurance | Interview with Mariann Kollár, Founder of Fabrika
What makes one piece of furniture become a family heirloom while another ends up as waste after only a few years? We spoke with Mariann Kollár, founder of Fabrika and curator of the exhibition Is Our Past Our Future?, about the culture of repair, the true value of vintage, and
“A Good Home Today Needs to Do Much More with Less” | Interview with Fanny Leyten, Head of Interior Design at IKEA Hungary, Czech Republic and Slovakia
What makes a home feel distinctly Central European today? Somewhere between inherited furniture, shrinking urban apartments and the growing pressure to make one room function as five, a new domestic logic is emerging across the region. We spoke with Fanny Leyten, Head of Interior Design at IKEA Hungary, Czech Republic
A Celebration of Measure and Quality | Winners of the BIG SEE Awards 2026 Announced
From the adaptive reuse of historic buildings to AI-powered products, from community-focused spaces to sustainable material experimentation: the winners of the BIG SEE Awards 2026 have been announced. One of Southeast Europe’s most important architecture and design platforms once again recognized projects that stand out not only for their
Beat on Paper | Bomo Art Budapest’s New Collection
Vinyl crackle, tape reels, half-written lyrics — Bomo’s new Hangstúdió collection captures the moment when music is being born.
Collective Imagination Around a Table | Szkło Studio Tablescapes
In recent years, the hand-blown glass objects of Warsaw-based Szkło Studio have appeared on some of the most influential platforms of the international design scene, from Nilufar Gallery to Vogue.
lifestyle
Coffee, Stripped Back | A Conversation with Naked Coffee Co-founder Sasha Ódry
While most ready-to-drink coffees try to stand out with sugar, milk, or a long list of added flavours, Naked Coffee has taken the opposite approach. We spoke with co-founder Sasha Ódry about how the idea came to life, the role design plays in shaping the brand, and why they believe
The Antidote to Community Deficit | Why the Founders of Running Latte Club Believe It's Never Been About the Kilometres
Running Latte Club began with a simple idea: go for a run together, then grab a coffee. Since then, thousands of people have become part of the community, but according to founders Viki Környei and Attila Nyári, the essence has never changed. The most important moments often don't happen during
“Modern Oli Is My Story” | Bridgerton’s Oli Higginson on Music, Identity and Creative Freedom
Most audiences know Oli Higginson as Footman John from Bridgerton, but music has been part of his life long before Netflix fame arrived. Performing in Budapest under his musical alter ego Modern Oli, he is stepping into a more personal creative space—one where he can tell his own stories
A New Social Movement and the Return of Day Zero | This Is What Sziget Festival 2026 Will Look Like
In 2026, Sziget opens a new chapter: the festival is both looking back to its own history and responding to one of the most pressing generational issues of today. On August 10, the iconic Day Zero returns, while the SZociety Movement is also launching, supporting professionals and communities working with
Where East Meets West in Warsaw | Nobu Hotel Warsaw
In the heart of Warsaw, at the corner of Wilcza and Koszykowa streets, stands a building that draws attention through its subtle layering.
Urban Lungs, Shared Living Rooms | Attila Glázer’s New Book on Budapest’s Parks
How did the representative promenade turn into a communal living room, and what does the way a city treats its green spaces reveal about it?
business
More Than Books | Bookstores as New Urban Social Spaces
Bookstores are no longer just about selling books — they are transforming into vibrant urban social spaces and cultural hubs at the heart of the city.
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brunch
From fermentation to the philosophy of making ramen soup | Piqniq pack—Part 14
How to ferment with the help of mushrooms and bacteria found in nature? When does a gastronomy enterprise communicate properly? What are the tasks of a restaurant owner’s everyday life? What is the philosophy of making ramen soup? Here is the fresh Piqniq pack part with questions and answers!
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gastronomy
TASTE | Tibor Rosenstein & Róbert Rosenstein
They have hosted guests such as Robert de Niro, Steven Spielberg and Mark Ruffalo, but that’s not the only reason Rosenstein Restaurant is legendary. It’s not just a place to eat, it’s a place to be—a genuine family-run restaurant where guests have been welcomed with a
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art
TASTE | Katalin Lőrinc
Over the past decades, she has worked with several European companies from Stockholm to Brussels. Katalin Lőrinc is an iconic figure in contemporary dance, and not only when it comes to choreography. In her TED talk two years ago, she opened many people’s eyes to why it’s good
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fine dining
TASTE | János Mizsei—MÁK bistro
We arrive at the MÁK bistro before the evening service, where we are immediately approached by the “chamber shelf” dressed in a modern guise—we speculate for minutes which jars can hide what. Later, the chef, János Mizsei, also comes in and offers us one of the jars: it contains