32 result(s) for head chef in Specials
Exclusive Interview with István Pesti, Chef of Platán Gourmet in Tata
- 17 Oct 2025 9:15 AM
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This year marks ten years since István Pesti arrived in Tata, bringing a new culinary vision that gradually transformed the Platán experience. What began as a single restaurant has evolved over the years into a diverse gastronomic world — today encompassing a fine-dining restaurant, a bistro and a manor house, each with its own character and philosophy.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 25 September
- 25 Sep 2025 1:54 PM
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The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Interview: Zsófia Nagy-Bándli, Director of Thermal Hotel Visegrád - "No Return Without Investment”
- 11 Aug 2025 8:00 AM
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After more than 20 years of dedicated service at the Thermal Hotel Visegrád, Zsófia Nagy-Bándli was appointed General Manager in April 2024. But her leadership extends beyond the hotel: she also runs a women’s career club in Szentendre, and dreams of creating a large-scale event that shines a spotlight on the Danube Bend’s top culinary destinations.
Special Four Hands Dinner At Spago Budapest
- 17 Sep 2024 6:33 PM
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On 8 October, a special series of gastronomic events will kick off at the Michelin-recommended Spago Budapest. István Szántó, the restaurant's executive chef, will be presenting a four-hands dinner with István Akács, head chef of Pajta Restaurant, celebrating the best of Hungarian cuisine.
Matild Palace Budapest Excels at Dining Guide Restaurant of the Year Awards Gala
- 5 Jun 2024 2:36 PM
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The Dining Guide TOP 100 Restaurant Guide has once again awarded the best hospitality establishments, luxury hotels, and professionals at national level, recognizing those who are the heart and soul of the hospitality industry.
Introducing Majorelle: New Moroccan Restaurant & Bar in the Heart of Budapest
- 10 Apr 2024 2:16 PM
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A fresh culinary gem that's sure to dazzle your taste buds recently opened In the heart of downtown Budapest, nicely positioned close to the iconic Parliament building. This isn't just any Middle Eastern or Arabic restaurant - it's the city's first authentic Moroccan dining experience, says the owner Mo.
Enjoy a Fabulous Valentine's Day Experience at Matild Palace in Budapest
- 7 Feb 2024 3:12 PM
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It's worth celebrating life's fabulous and romantic moments. Every year, Valentine's Day is one of these occasions, which we can intentionally prepare for, because in the rush of everyday life, we don't always have quality time for each other.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazin, 30 November
- 30 Nov 2023 3:43 PM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Head Sommelier of Spago Budapest, Wins Sommelier of Year Award in Michelin Guide to Hungary
- 21 Sep 2023 2:22 PM
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The team at Spago Budapest, located in Matild Palace, has received a huge honor as - in addition to retaining its Michelin recommendation - this year Imre Rácz, the restaurant's Head Sommelier, has been awarded Sommelier of the Year in the Michelin Guide Hungary 2023, for his unrivalled passionate dedication and outstanding knowledge of exclusive wines.
Exclusive Interview with István Pesti, Chef of Platán Gourmet in Tata
- 17 Oct 2025 9:15 AM
- specials
This year marks ten years since István Pesti arrived in Tata, bringing a new culinary vision that gradually transformed the Platán experience. What began as a single restaurant has evolved over the years into a diverse gastronomic world — today encompassing a fine-dining restaurant, a bistro and a manor house, each with its own character and philosophy.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 25 September
- 25 Sep 2025 1:54 PM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Interview: Zsófia Nagy-Bándli, Director of Thermal Hotel Visegrád - "No Return Without Investment”
- 11 Aug 2025 8:00 AM
- specials
After more than 20 years of dedicated service at the Thermal Hotel Visegrád, Zsófia Nagy-Bándli was appointed General Manager in April 2024. But her leadership extends beyond the hotel: she also runs a women’s career club in Szentendre, and dreams of creating a large-scale event that shines a spotlight on the Danube Bend’s top culinary destinations.
Special Four Hands Dinner At Spago Budapest
- 17 Sep 2024 6:33 PM
- specials
On 8 October, a special series of gastronomic events will kick off at the Michelin-recommended Spago Budapest. István Szántó, the restaurant's executive chef, will be presenting a four-hands dinner with István Akács, head chef of Pajta Restaurant, celebrating the best of Hungarian cuisine.
Matild Palace Budapest Excels at Dining Guide Restaurant of the Year Awards Gala
- 5 Jun 2024 2:36 PM
- specials
The Dining Guide TOP 100 Restaurant Guide has once again awarded the best hospitality establishments, luxury hotels, and professionals at national level, recognizing those who are the heart and soul of the hospitality industry.
Introducing Majorelle: New Moroccan Restaurant & Bar in the Heart of Budapest
- 10 Apr 2024 2:16 PM
- specials
A fresh culinary gem that's sure to dazzle your taste buds recently opened In the heart of downtown Budapest, nicely positioned close to the iconic Parliament building. This isn't just any Middle Eastern or Arabic restaurant - it's the city's first authentic Moroccan dining experience, says the owner Mo.
Enjoy a Fabulous Valentine's Day Experience at Matild Palace in Budapest
- 7 Feb 2024 3:12 PM
- specials
It's worth celebrating life's fabulous and romantic moments. Every year, Valentine's Day is one of these occasions, which we can intentionally prepare for, because in the rush of everyday life, we don't always have quality time for each other.
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazin, 30 November
- 30 Nov 2023 3:43 PM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Head Sommelier of Spago Budapest, Wins Sommelier of Year Award in Michelin Guide to Hungary
- 21 Sep 2023 2:22 PM
- specials
The team at Spago Budapest, located in Matild Palace, has received a huge honor as - in addition to retaining its Michelin recommendation - this year Imre Rácz, the restaurant's Head Sommelier, has been awarded Sommelier of the Year in the Michelin Guide Hungary 2023, for his unrivalled passionate dedication and outstanding knowledge of exclusive wines.

















