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Shadow dancers Attraction wins “Britain’s Got Talent”

Hungarian shadow dance troupe Attraction were crowned the winners of Britain’s Got Talent 2013 on Saturday night. The final performance was a British-themed display, with a patriotic tribute to the sounds of Land of Hope and Glory and the voice of Winston Churchill. Following their win, Attraction’s Zoltan Szucs, founder and choreographer, thanked the British [...]

Local street food in Hungary

When it comes to enjoying a satisfying meal in Hungary, changes are you’ll probably have to dine at sit-down restaurant. But that doesn’t necessarily mean there isn’t a few good options when it comes to sampling local food on the go. Here are some of the most popular street food specialties in Hungary. Many of them [...]

Best Facebook pages for viewing photos of Budapest and Hungary

We highly recommend these Facebook pages by local photographers for viewing photos of Budapest and Hungary. Each of them has a different style of photography, but they all do great work. These are just a few of our favorites (in no particular order), so please feel free to comment below with your own suggestions! Veronika Mag [...]

Spring in Budapest

Spring is a great time in Budapest. The city awakens and turns into a bustling metropolis. Locals emerge from their winter hibernation to enjoy the mild temperatures by spending time outdoors in the streets and parks, while more tourists flock to the city to explore its many sights and attractions. It’s also a time where many festivals and events [...]

Google Maps adds Street View imagery for Hungary

Google Maps recently announced that it added Street View imagery for Hungary, alongside other locations around the world. The service, which offers 360-degree, panoramic, and street-level imagery, now covers 50 countries in total. Google originally launched Street View back in 2007 with a total of 5 cities in the US. The introduction of Street View imagery for Hungary will [...]

Hungarian shadow dance troupe on “Britain’s Got Talent”

Upon the return of Britain’s Got Talent on Saturday, the popular variety show had an audition from Hungarian shadow dance troupe, Attraction. Led by Zoltan Szucs, founder and choreographer, the performers use their bodies to create magical portraits on a canvas, telling a story to music. Attraction, received a standing ovation from the audience, many of [...]

Croatian wines: varietals to know

Croatia is known for its lush islands, historical seaports, and unspoiled beaches. Beyond the sea and sun, however, this picturesque Mediterranean country is also home to many notable wines, which are the result of long held winery traditions in the region. The Croatian Institute of Viticulture and Enology introduced the Protected Geographical Origin status for [...]

Highlights of Prague

Since the fall of the Iron Curtain and the Velvet Revolution, the popularity of Prague has brought in a surge of visitors eager to take in this spectacular city. While no longer the bargain it was in earlier days, the city’s combination of thrilling history and stunning architecture remains as compelling as ever for those looking to [...]

Traditional Easter customs in Hungary

Easter (Húsvét) holds great significance to the people of Hungary. This is a special time where celebrations are marked by folk traditions and religious observance. Elaborately decorated eggs, dousing rituals, church ceremonies, prayers, and special foods are common practices leading up to and during Easter in Hungary. Here are a few of the most popular [...]

Easter ham baked in bread dough

Ham baked in bread dough is a traditional Croatian delicacy. Together with pinca and Easter eggs, it represents the centerpiece of the family Easter breakfast. The bread dough is usually made with only all-purpose flour, but I like to add some whole wheat flour to give it a more rustic look and taste. The ham [...]