Suzanne Urpecz, creator and editor of The Hungarian Girl. Click on my About page for more info.
This savory cheese spread is a favorite in Hungary. Almost every household has a special way of making it but the essential ingredients usually include “bryndza” (a type of sheep’s milk cheese), butter, paprika and herbs. It’s best to prepare körözött the day before to allow the flavors to settle. Ingredients 1/2 pound (236 grams) [...]
Exhausted and burned out from chasing the ever-elusive American dream, Jennifer Wilson and her husband Jim were desperately seeking a simpler, more connected life. Having lost half of their savings in the U.S. stock market crash in 2008, the timing seemed right to make some changes. In the summer of 2009, Jennifer, Jim and their [...]
Rigó Jancsi takes its name from a famous 19th century Hungarian Gypsy violinist, who according to legend, seduced and married Clara Ward, a wealthy American socialite. Rigó Jancsi created the pastry together with an unknown pastry chef to surprise Clara. Unfortunately, their love and marriage didn’t last long but Rigó Jancsi story was so touching that his cake [...]
Legend has it that coffee beans were left behind by the fleeing Turks in 1693 and by 1685 the first coffeehouse opened in the city. But it wasn’t until the late 19th century when coffee houses became most influential upon Viennese society. Many writers, artists, and politicians claimed to have been influenced by coffee houses and the surrounding [...]
Cucumber salad or uborkasaláta is a popular dish in Hungary that is usually served with main meals. It has a very light and refreshing taste. Some cooks like to sprinkle paprika on top as a garnish or add sour cream to enhance its flavor. Ingredients 5 tbsp sugar 2 cups (474 ml) water 1/2 cup [...]
Designed by leading architect Samu Pecz in 1896, the Central Market Hall (Nagycsarnok) is Budapest’s largest and most popular indoor market situated on the Pest side of Liberty Bridge. During World War II the building suffered extensive damage and was only recently restored in the 1990’s along with the completion of its Zsolnay tiled roof. [...]
Beautiful, graceful and soaring through the skies, birds are often portrayed as symbols of power and freedom. In many myths and legends, birds connect the human world to the divine or supernatural realms that are beyond ordinary experience. In Hungary, there are two main legends that surround a mythical bird called the “Turul“, which is [...]
Most visitors often pass this city in favor of Croatia’s sunny coastlines but Zagreb is well worth a visit too. Since becoming the official capital of Croatia in 1991, this city is quickly evolving into its own with an appealing blend of old and new elements. The city is divided by two main sections, Gornji Grad (Upper [...]
Hungary is more than just a place for those seeking to discover great history and high art. Equally impressive is Hungary’s undulating landscape and terrain that is comprised of beautiful lakes, rolling hills, thick forests, and flat open plains, all of which set the scene for enjoying a variety of activities. In particular, those with [...]
A Hungarian favorite, bejgli is a sweet roll that is filled with either poppy seed (mákos) or walnut (diós) filling. There are many variations and even savory alternatives, but these two are the most common. Bejgli is usually served for Christmas and Easter. Ingredients Dough 1 cup (250 ml) of warm water 2 packages (16 grams) of active dry yeast [...]
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