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  • See What Happened: Xpat Charity Gala ‘25 - Bonfire Night Celebration in Budapest

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    • 24 Dec 2025 12:00 PM

    A record amount was raised for local charities at this annual event, which delivered epic experiences again. True to tradition it was a very international affair, uniting a rich mix of nationalities for an evening full of good vibes, valuable networking and amazing prizes.

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    Parov Stelar Returns to Budapest Park

    • 24 Dec 2025 9:25 AM

    On September 26, 2026, the master of electronic music returns to transform the Park into one huge dance floor once again.

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  • Alcohol-Free Drinks in Hungary Increasingly Popular - Saying No to Alcohol Now Not Awkward

    Alcohol-Free Drinks in Hungary Increasingly Popular - Saying No to Alcohol Now Not Awkward

    • 24 Dec 2025 7:59 AM

    In Hungary, the social landscape around drinking is undergoing a noticeable shift. What was once a culture heavily centered on traditional spirits and beer is increasingly making room for those who prefer to stay dry.

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  • Dairy Company & Uni in Hungary Develop Technology to Produce Premium Milk

    Dairy Company & Uni in Hungary Develop Technology to Produce Premium Milk

    • 24 Dec 2025 7:56 AM

    Dairy company Bóly and the Kaposvár Campus of the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences jointly developed tech to breed cattle producing only premium quality A2 milk, the company said.

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  • National Bank of Hungary Lowers Inflation Forecast for 2026

    National Bank of Hungary Lowers Inflation Forecast for 2026

    • 24 Dec 2025 7:53 AM

    The National Bank of Hungary (MNB) lowered its forecast for 2026 average annual inflation to 3.2% in a report published in full on Thursday, state news wire MTI writes.

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  • Recipe Of The Week: Beigli - Traditional Hungarian Christmas Cake

    Recipe Of The Week: Beigli - Traditional Hungarian Christmas Cake

    • 24 Dec 2025 7:32 AM

    When enjoying a Hungarian Christmas, best not to miss bejgli, a beloved holiday treat that brings warmth to the heart of winter. This special pastry is usually filled with a poppy seed (mákos bejgli) or walnut (diós bejgli) paste, has been a centerpiece of Hungarian holiday tables for centuries.

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  • Local Xmas Tradition: Enjoying Fish During Holidays in Hungary

    Local Xmas Tradition: Enjoying Fish During Holidays in Hungary

    • 24 Dec 2025 7:30 AM

    During the holiday season, Hungarian kitchens fill with the aromas of traditional Christmas dishes. While classic fare like fish soup (halászlé) and fried carp (rántott ponty) often grace the Xmas table, many here are now embracing a wider variety of fish and seafood dishes.

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    Expat Explainer: Hungarian Christmas Feast - Including Authentic Recipes

    • 24 Dec 2025 7:25 AM

    In Hungary, Christmas Eve is spent with the immediate family – parents, children, grandparents, and possibly a few very close friends.

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  • Recipe Of The Week: Hungarian Fish Soup (Halászlé)

    Recipe Of The Week: Hungarian Fish Soup (Halászlé)

    • 24 Dec 2025 7:25 AM

    In Hungary fish soup (halászlé) is one of the most popular Christmas dishes. Hungarian fish soup halászlé is a hot soup prepared with mixed river fish - characteristic for cuisines of the Pannonian Plain and the Balkans, especially the wider region around the River Danube. The meal originates from Slavic cuisine. Traditionally, fish soup is prepared in a small kettle on an open fire by real fishermen.

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    Expat Explainer: Szaloncukor – Hungarian Xmas Candy

    • 24 Dec 2025 7:22 AM

    At the end of November and the beginning of December the Hungarian postal services sends innumerable packages abroad, as Hungarian families all over the world love to receive and decorate the Christmas tree with 'szaloncukor' - a traditional Hungarian candy.

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