22 result(s) for expat story in Food & Drink
Sweet Autumn Treats: Winners of Balaton’s Cake Contest Revealed
- 15 Oct 2025 12:14 PM
- food & drink
This autumn, Lake Balaton offers more than just its scenic views — it also delights with a new signature dessert. The results of the 2025 Cake of Balaton contest have been revealed, with the top prize going to "Hableány" "Mermaid", a creation from Promenád Kávéház in Balatongyörök on the northern shore. Both its flavor and the story behind it impressed the judges.
Chimney Cake Festival, Budapest Zoo, 10 - 12 October
- 3 Oct 2025 10:39 AM
- food & drink
The 12th Chimney Cake Festival will be held at the Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden, offering expats a sweet attraction filled with local tradition, live music and a variety of tastes to try. Known in Hungarian as Kürtőskalács, the beloved Chimney Cake is a local favourite made from spiral dough baked over charcoal, coated in sugar, and often rolled in toppings like cinnamon, walnut, and coconut.
Budafok Champagne & Wine Festival, 5 - 7 September
- 11 Aug 2025 5:41 PM
- food & drink
From 5 to 7 September, Budafok-Tétény will once again host its long-running Champagne & Wine Festival – now in its 35th year – offering a mix of wine, champagne, food, music, and cultural programmes. Entry is free, and visitors are welcome to drop in for any part of the three-day celebration.
Ice Cream Day: Find Free Scoops on Sunday Around Lake Balaton
- 24 Jul 2025 7:38 AM
- food & drink
Thousands of coupons for scoops of ice cream will be hidden around Lake Balaton starting Sunday on the occasion of 'Ice Cream Day'.
5 Top Summer Beer Spots in Budapest
- 3 Jul 2025 1:34 PM
- food & drink
As you may know, Budapest has evolved from a lager-dominated stronghold into one of Europe’s most exciting beer cities. What once was led by big brands and tradition now flourishes with independent breweries, stylish taprooms, and riverside beer gardens offering flavours to rival any craft capital on the continent.
Best Restaurants in Hungary 2025: Summary of All Winners
- 18 Jun 2025 6:35 AM
- food & drink
Hungary’s most prestigious culinary event, the Dining Guide Restaurant of the Year Gala took place on the evening of Monday, 16 June.
Watch: Hungarian Wine Reimagined - Stylish New Wine Film in Global Spotlight
- 17 Jun 2025 7:09 AM
- food & drink
The Hungarian Wine Marketing Agency has released its latest image film, a dynamic and visually striking production that reimagines Hungary’s place — and that of its wines — on the international stage.
Contamination Strikes Hungarian Drinking Water - Worms in Pilis Water Storage Basins?
- 22 Jan 2025 10:18 AM
- http://www.hatc.hu
- food & drink
The Metropolitan Government Office has ordered a ban on drinking water in Pilis after reports of maggots found in the water in several households.
Top 20 Wine Bars in Budapest – Ultimate Official Guide According to ‘Wines of Hungary’ List
- 15 Jan 2025 3:59 PM
- food & drink
Budapest boasts an impressive array of great wine bars these days, nicely scattered around the city. While downtown’s District 5 offers a generous and classy selection, you can discover excellent options amidst the lively Király Street nightlife area, and also across the river in the leafier districts on the Buda side.
Sweet Autumn Treats: Winners of Balaton’s Cake Contest Revealed
- 15 Oct 2025 12:14 PM
- food & drink
This autumn, Lake Balaton offers more than just its scenic views — it also delights with a new signature dessert. The results of the 2025 Cake of Balaton contest have been revealed, with the top prize going to "Hableány" "Mermaid", a creation from Promenád Kávéház in Balatongyörök on the northern shore. Both its flavor and the story behind it impressed the judges.
Chimney Cake Festival, Budapest Zoo, 10 - 12 October
- 3 Oct 2025 10:39 AM
- food & drink
The 12th Chimney Cake Festival will be held at the Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden, offering expats a sweet attraction filled with local tradition, live music and a variety of tastes to try. Known in Hungarian as Kürtőskalács, the beloved Chimney Cake is a local favourite made from spiral dough baked over charcoal, coated in sugar, and often rolled in toppings like cinnamon, walnut, and coconut.
Budafok Champagne & Wine Festival, 5 - 7 September
- 11 Aug 2025 5:41 PM
- food & drink
From 5 to 7 September, Budafok-Tétény will once again host its long-running Champagne & Wine Festival – now in its 35th year – offering a mix of wine, champagne, food, music, and cultural programmes. Entry is free, and visitors are welcome to drop in for any part of the three-day celebration.
Ice Cream Day: Find Free Scoops on Sunday Around Lake Balaton
- 24 Jul 2025 7:38 AM
- food & drink
Thousands of coupons for scoops of ice cream will be hidden around Lake Balaton starting Sunday on the occasion of 'Ice Cream Day'.
5 Top Summer Beer Spots in Budapest
- 3 Jul 2025 1:34 PM
- food & drink
As you may know, Budapest has evolved from a lager-dominated stronghold into one of Europe’s most exciting beer cities. What once was led by big brands and tradition now flourishes with independent breweries, stylish taprooms, and riverside beer gardens offering flavours to rival any craft capital on the continent.
Best Restaurants in Hungary 2025: Summary of All Winners
- 18 Jun 2025 6:35 AM
- food & drink
Hungary’s most prestigious culinary event, the Dining Guide Restaurant of the Year Gala took place on the evening of Monday, 16 June.
Watch: Hungarian Wine Reimagined - Stylish New Wine Film in Global Spotlight
- 17 Jun 2025 7:09 AM
- food & drink
The Hungarian Wine Marketing Agency has released its latest image film, a dynamic and visually striking production that reimagines Hungary’s place — and that of its wines — on the international stage.
Contamination Strikes Hungarian Drinking Water - Worms in Pilis Water Storage Basins?
- 22 Jan 2025 10:18 AM
- http://www.hatc.hu
- food & drink
The Metropolitan Government Office has ordered a ban on drinking water in Pilis after reports of maggots found in the water in several households.
Top 20 Wine Bars in Budapest – Ultimate Official Guide According to ‘Wines of Hungary’ List
- 15 Jan 2025 3:59 PM
- food & drink
Budapest boasts an impressive array of great wine bars these days, nicely scattered around the city. While downtown’s District 5 offers a generous and classy selection, you can discover excellent options amidst the lively Király Street nightlife area, and also across the river in the leafier districts on the Buda side.

















