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Budapest Autumn Festival Now On Until Sunday
- 13 Oct 2010 9:00 AM
- community & culture
BAF (BOF in Hungarian) is one of Europe’s leading festivals for the contemporary arts. Now in its 19th year, it sets itself the task of making new art better known in Hungary. Read on for more about the local and internationally renowned film, dance, and theater productions. We also have a link to all the events taking place these days in venues all around Budapest.
Xpat Café Review: Great New Alibi In Budapest
- 7 Oct 2010 9:44 AM
- food & drink
"It’s baaa—aaack! Yep, Café Alibi (Hungarian pronunciation: Awl-ee-bee) has remodeled and renovated and expanded and re-opened its doors. And not a moment too soon. I had started to have cheesecake withdrawal symptoms, and have been saved from a fate worse than substituting a Dobos Torta for my favorite Budapest cheesecake. Just in time for the autumn student rush, Café Alibi is once again open ...
'Fredi-Beni' Is Still Best Loved Cartoon For Kids In Hungary
- 7 Oct 2010 9:25 AM
- entertainment
Hungarians are reportedly celebrating the 50th anniversary of one of their favorite cartoons, The Flinstones. This animated sitcom series had allegedly brought Hungarian dubbing to its peak, when expert linguists, poets and comedians swept the audience off their feet by dubbing the Bedrock scenes in excellent lip-sync – in verse (almost like Dr. Seuss). All Magyar school children, who otherwise ...
'Pálinka And Sausage Festival', Budapest, 7 - 10 October
- 7 Oct 2010 7:20 AM
- food & drink
"Arguably the most beautiful spot in Budapest is the Savoyan Terrace in the Castle of Buda. This spectacular place will be the venue of the second Palinka and Sausage Festival this October. The Hungarian Palinka Marketing non profit organization created this major cultural and gastronomical event not only to uphold traditions, but also to acquaint them with our national and international visitors ...
Eleftheria Arvanitaki, Bartók Béla National Concert Hall Budapest, 5 October
- 30 Sep 2010 1:00 AM
- entertainment
"Today, Eleftheria Arvanitaki has perhaps the best known Greek voice in the world. Her charismatic personality has not just conquered international concert halls: she has been one of the most loved singers in her native country since the eighties. Her concerts offer a unique experience and you don’t have to know Greek not to be moved by the passion and clarity of her vocal style.
Event Review: Historic Opening Of Continental Hotel Zara In Budapest
- 29 Sep 2010 9:45 AM
- travel
On the evening of Wednesday 22 September around 500 formally dressed guests attended the official opening ceremony of the Continental Hotel Zara in Budapest. This listed-building has recently received Euro 50 million worth of renovations to create a blend of art nouveau; art deco and modern design, all of which still manages to respect the tradition of the first baths built on this site in 1827.
Dave Thompson, International Comedian
- 28 Sep 2010 12:00 PM
Dave has appeared in three feature films. He played Dave the comedian in ‘Maybe Baby’, written and directed by Ben Elton, and a porn star in ‘I Want Candy’, directed by Stephen Surgit (sadly his scene didn’t make the final edit). Dave’s third film ‘Huge’, was directed by Ben Miller, and will soon be on general release.
Rick Astley, Kim Wilde & Co. Concert In Budapest, 2 October
- 22 Sep 2010 8:50 AM
- entertainment
"The biggest pop icons of the 80’s arrive in Hungary this autumn to evoke the greatest hits of the period at the first weekend of October within the framework of an almost three-hour super concert in the Sports Arena.
Placebo Concert, Budapest Sports Arena, 15 September
- 15 Sep 2010 1:10 AM
- video
"PLACEBO are excited to announce that they will be performing at Budapest's Sports Arena on September 15th 2010”- this announcement was posted on the band’s official website.
Budapest Autumn Festival Now On Until Sunday
- 13 Oct 2010 9:00 AM
- community & culture
BAF (BOF in Hungarian) is one of Europe’s leading festivals for the contemporary arts. Now in its 19th year, it sets itself the task of making new art better known in Hungary. Read on for more about the local and internationally renowned film, dance, and theater productions. We also have a link to all the events taking place these days in venues all around Budapest.
Xpat Café Review: Great New Alibi In Budapest
- 7 Oct 2010 9:44 AM
- food & drink
"It’s baaa—aaack! Yep, Café Alibi (Hungarian pronunciation: Awl-ee-bee) has remodeled and renovated and expanded and re-opened its doors. And not a moment too soon. I had started to have cheesecake withdrawal symptoms, and have been saved from a fate worse than substituting a Dobos Torta for my favorite Budapest cheesecake. Just in time for the autumn student rush, Café Alibi is once again open ...
'Fredi-Beni' Is Still Best Loved Cartoon For Kids In Hungary
- 7 Oct 2010 9:25 AM
- entertainment
Hungarians are reportedly celebrating the 50th anniversary of one of their favorite cartoons, The Flinstones. This animated sitcom series had allegedly brought Hungarian dubbing to its peak, when expert linguists, poets and comedians swept the audience off their feet by dubbing the Bedrock scenes in excellent lip-sync – in verse (almost like Dr. Seuss). All Magyar school children, who otherwise ...
'Pálinka And Sausage Festival', Budapest, 7 - 10 October
- 7 Oct 2010 7:20 AM
- food & drink
"Arguably the most beautiful spot in Budapest is the Savoyan Terrace in the Castle of Buda. This spectacular place will be the venue of the second Palinka and Sausage Festival this October. The Hungarian Palinka Marketing non profit organization created this major cultural and gastronomical event not only to uphold traditions, but also to acquaint them with our national and international visitors ...
Eleftheria Arvanitaki, Bartók Béla National Concert Hall Budapest, 5 October
- 30 Sep 2010 1:00 AM
- entertainment
"Today, Eleftheria Arvanitaki has perhaps the best known Greek voice in the world. Her charismatic personality has not just conquered international concert halls: she has been one of the most loved singers in her native country since the eighties. Her concerts offer a unique experience and you don’t have to know Greek not to be moved by the passion and clarity of her vocal style.
Event Review: Historic Opening Of Continental Hotel Zara In Budapest
- 29 Sep 2010 9:45 AM
- travel
On the evening of Wednesday 22 September around 500 formally dressed guests attended the official opening ceremony of the Continental Hotel Zara in Budapest. This listed-building has recently received Euro 50 million worth of renovations to create a blend of art nouveau; art deco and modern design, all of which still manages to respect the tradition of the first baths built on this site in 1827.
Dave Thompson, International Comedian
- 28 Sep 2010 12:00 PM
Dave has appeared in three feature films. He played Dave the comedian in ‘Maybe Baby’, written and directed by Ben Elton, and a porn star in ‘I Want Candy’, directed by Stephen Surgit (sadly his scene didn’t make the final edit). Dave’s third film ‘Huge’, was directed by Ben Miller, and will soon be on general release.
Rick Astley, Kim Wilde & Co. Concert In Budapest, 2 October
- 22 Sep 2010 8:50 AM
- entertainment
"The biggest pop icons of the 80’s arrive in Hungary this autumn to evoke the greatest hits of the period at the first weekend of October within the framework of an almost three-hour super concert in the Sports Arena.
Placebo Concert, Budapest Sports Arena, 15 September
- 15 Sep 2010 1:10 AM
- video
"PLACEBO are excited to announce that they will be performing at Budapest's Sports Arena on September 15th 2010”- this announcement was posted on the band’s official website.