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2013: The Year Of Positive U-Turn For Hungary
- 7 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
This year was the year of trend reversal for the Hungarian economy: while at the beginning of the year the economy was still mired in recession, the third quarter brought growth above prior expectations and this gives reason to be optimistic with regard to 2014, Minister for National Economy Mihály Varga said in a speech marking the year-end session of Hungary’s Joint Venture Association held at ...
Xpat Opinion: The LEN Awards Recognize Hungary’s Great Aquatic Athletes
- 7 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- shopping
I’ve written a number of times about Hungary’s considerable achievements in aquatic sports. In the water, our athletes have excelled for decades. And after Hungary’s stunning performances in the 2013 Barcelona World Aquatics Championships, a list released just recently by the European Swimming Federation (LEN) naming the best European water sports athletes of 2013 is full of Hungarian names
Feel The Warm Glow Of Budapest’s Holiday Markets
- 5 Dec 2013 5:00 AM
- shopping
Festive cheers and the aromas of seasonal spices fill the crisp air amid clusters of gleaming booths offering unique gifts and delicious goodies, while musicians play Christmas songs on traditional instruments (and sometimes electric guitars). Such scenes pop up in many of Budapest’s grandest squares and cultural sites for December’s diverse holiday fairs, featuring plentiful presents ranging ...
Christmas Dishes At Budai Gesztenyés Restaurant, Bordering Budapest & Budakeszi
- 5 Dec 2013 1:00 AM
- specials
Visit our 111 year old restaurant in Budakeszi and let us introduce you to the culinary delights of our recently modified Hungarian gastronomy.
Xpat Opinion: Tax Authority Scandal In Hungary Is Going Nowhere
- 3 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- business
Left-wing commentators agree that it is unlikely that the public will ever get to the bottom ofthe alleged tax fraud case. While one commentary writes the alleged misconduct of the Tax Authority does not bother Fidesz voters, the other opposition commentator says the whistleblower botched his revelation and the issue will end in a Parliamentary catfight.
CEU Business School Event Report: Reaching The Customer & Earning Their Trust
- 2 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- business
Certain parts of the economy have remained flat over the years, but e-commerce is an area that has seen persistent growth of 20-30% per year. With this in mind CEU Business School held a roundtable discussion Tuesday evening on the State of the Art in E-Commerce to a standing-room only audience. Professor Paul Lacourbe hosted the event that brought together panelists from Hungary’s e-commerce ...
Aliens In Budapest - Alessandro & Jacopo From 2 Spaghi
- 29 Nov 2013 8:00 AM
- food & drink
By We Love Budapest : Two years ago, three Italian guys decided to leave the shadow of Milan's Cathedral behind to bring fresh Italian pastas to Gozsdu-udvar. Alessandro, Jacopo and Matteo have tons of parmesan, their grandmothers' recipes, and the good old Italian spirit to offer. Last, but not least, they have tasty pastas capable of ...
Weekend Getaway From Budapest To Dublin
- 28 Nov 2013 11:50 AM
- travel
"Work is the curse of the drinking class." So quipped the Irish writer and bon vivant Oscar Wilde (pictured). Frankly, the guy was onto something — and there's no better way to shed the workaday 'curse' than with a trip to Wilde's birthplace. So here's a few tips for expats about what to do while there. Via the front desk at the Four Seasons Hotel Dublin guests can sign up for an exclusive ...
Drinking With Budapest Students: In & Around ELTE BTK
- 28 Nov 2013 8:00 AM
- entertainment
By We Love Budapest : We know that university students work like GPS devices when it comes to finding a pub in the vicinity of their alma maters, nevertheless, we’ve set off on a journey to collect the best near-to-university drinkeries. After discovering the neighbourhood of ELTE BTK, it's time to take a look around the University of ...
2013: The Year Of Positive U-Turn For Hungary
- 7 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- current affairs
This year was the year of trend reversal for the Hungarian economy: while at the beginning of the year the economy was still mired in recession, the third quarter brought growth above prior expectations and this gives reason to be optimistic with regard to 2014, Minister for National Economy Mihály Varga said in a speech marking the year-end session of Hungary’s Joint Venture Association held at ...
Xpat Opinion: The LEN Awards Recognize Hungary’s Great Aquatic Athletes
- 7 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- shopping
I’ve written a number of times about Hungary’s considerable achievements in aquatic sports. In the water, our athletes have excelled for decades. And after Hungary’s stunning performances in the 2013 Barcelona World Aquatics Championships, a list released just recently by the European Swimming Federation (LEN) naming the best European water sports athletes of 2013 is full of Hungarian names
Feel The Warm Glow Of Budapest’s Holiday Markets
- 5 Dec 2013 5:00 AM
- shopping
Festive cheers and the aromas of seasonal spices fill the crisp air amid clusters of gleaming booths offering unique gifts and delicious goodies, while musicians play Christmas songs on traditional instruments (and sometimes electric guitars). Such scenes pop up in many of Budapest’s grandest squares and cultural sites for December’s diverse holiday fairs, featuring plentiful presents ranging ...
Christmas Dishes At Budai Gesztenyés Restaurant, Bordering Budapest & Budakeszi
- 5 Dec 2013 1:00 AM
- specials
Visit our 111 year old restaurant in Budakeszi and let us introduce you to the culinary delights of our recently modified Hungarian gastronomy.
Xpat Opinion: Tax Authority Scandal In Hungary Is Going Nowhere
- 3 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- business
Left-wing commentators agree that it is unlikely that the public will ever get to the bottom ofthe alleged tax fraud case. While one commentary writes the alleged misconduct of the Tax Authority does not bother Fidesz voters, the other opposition commentator says the whistleblower botched his revelation and the issue will end in a Parliamentary catfight.
CEU Business School Event Report: Reaching The Customer & Earning Their Trust
- 2 Dec 2013 8:00 AM
- business
Certain parts of the economy have remained flat over the years, but e-commerce is an area that has seen persistent growth of 20-30% per year. With this in mind CEU Business School held a roundtable discussion Tuesday evening on the State of the Art in E-Commerce to a standing-room only audience. Professor Paul Lacourbe hosted the event that brought together panelists from Hungary’s e-commerce ...
Aliens In Budapest - Alessandro & Jacopo From 2 Spaghi
- 29 Nov 2013 8:00 AM
- food & drink
By We Love Budapest : Two years ago, three Italian guys decided to leave the shadow of Milan's Cathedral behind to bring fresh Italian pastas to Gozsdu-udvar. Alessandro, Jacopo and Matteo have tons of parmesan, their grandmothers' recipes, and the good old Italian spirit to offer. Last, but not least, they have tasty pastas capable of ...
Weekend Getaway From Budapest To Dublin
- 28 Nov 2013 11:50 AM
- travel
"Work is the curse of the drinking class." So quipped the Irish writer and bon vivant Oscar Wilde (pictured). Frankly, the guy was onto something — and there's no better way to shed the workaday 'curse' than with a trip to Wilde's birthplace. So here's a few tips for expats about what to do while there. Via the front desk at the Four Seasons Hotel Dublin guests can sign up for an exclusive ...
Drinking With Budapest Students: In & Around ELTE BTK
- 28 Nov 2013 8:00 AM
- entertainment
By We Love Budapest : We know that university students work like GPS devices when it comes to finding a pub in the vicinity of their alma maters, nevertheless, we’ve set off on a journey to collect the best near-to-university drinkeries. After discovering the neighbourhood of ELTE BTK, it's time to take a look around the University of ...