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Welcome
The Hungarian Girl is an extensive guide to Central & Eastern European food, wine, travel and culture.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect recipe or want to learn more about places to visit in the region…it’s all right here on The Hungarian Girl!
About the Author
Hello, my name is Suzanne Urpecz and I’m the author of The Hungarian Girl (or for that matter – the actual Hungarian Girl herself!). As you can see, my background is Hungarian. I grew up in a traditional home with great food and culture. I now want to share those wonderful experiences with everyone just as I did.
I’m currently studying Culinary and Baking Arts at George Brown College in Toronto, Canada. I’m planning to open my own bakery and cafe this year.
I also have a background in Journalism -Broadcasting and I’m a graduate of Seneca College. Previously, I worked at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation in their newsroom as well as at several communication and marketing agencies.
I’ve recently had a chance to travel throughout Hungary, Austria, and the Czech Republic. It was an incredible experience for which I was able to learn so much about food and culture. I also hope to do a lot more travelling throughout Central & Eastern Europe in the near future for both pleasure and business.

I do use the term “Central & Eastern European food” to describe this blog. Although, I want to make it very clear that each country within these regions has its own history, people, language, culture, and traditions. However, regardless of their differences they all share great passion and love for their food.
My hope is to inspire others to learn more about these cuisines and for those who are familiar with it to continue the tradition.
Thanks for visiting and be sure to come back soon!
Sincerely,
The Hungarian Girl
Contributors
A special thanks to the following people for their contributions to The Hungarian Girl website.
Photography – Ted Kaiser
http://tedkaiserphoto.com
Graphic Arts – Ivan Ha
http://www.ivanha.com
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This is a fantastic blog
I love your blog and can now make my Hungarian boyfriend traditional food. Thank you very much!
This is a great site!!!! Good luck with opening the restaurant. Let us know about where it will be located.
All the best,
Judit
Thanks Judit! I will certainly keep everyone posted about my restaurant. Bye for now.
Interesting stuff.. and very well written! Congrats
I think I’ve found my new favorite site! Finally a place where I can find the same passion for Hungary that I find deep within my very heart and soul!
Next time I’m in Ontario, I’m going to go and visit your bakery!
Isten ald meg a Magyart!
Hi Peter,
Thanks for your comment! Happy to hear others share the same passion about Hungarian food. There is still so much for me to discover and share with others. It’s been a wonderful experience. I will keep everyone updated about my bakery and future restaurant.
Fantastic website! I love Hungarian food and look forward to travelling to Hungary one day soon to sample all it’s wonderful delicacies!!
What is the name of your cake & pastry shop?
Merry Christmas
Suzanne, Great site, I’ve shared it with my 5 hungarian siblings! We would love to go to Hungary and it sounds like others are interested in food and culture also. So I was thinking that it would be wonderful to go together! Would you consider putting together a touring trip of Hungary? What do you think?
Szia Suzanne! A friend just point out your blog to me–so interesting, since I’m also in Toronto and have a Hungarian background (and love to cook!).
I’ll definintely keep an eye on your blog!
Thanks very much! Glad your enjoying the site.
Hey Suzanne
Just found your site and I’m loving it already!
PS: I’m a Hungarian girl from Kolozsvár, Romania
Thanks Estrella! It’s nice to hear from people around the world. Bye for now.