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Xpat Opinion: The Hunters And The Hunted: Kuruc.info’s List Of Anti-Hungarians
- 24 Jul 2012 1:00 AM
- current affairs
The first detailed description of the flashmob that took place in front of László Csatáry’s house on July 16 was published in Kanadai Magyar Hírlap. The author of the article was Eszter Garai-Édler, a participant, who was subsequently identified by some of the readers of kuruc.info. The threats against her have been relentless ever since. Two came from Béla Varga himself, who offered a bounty of ...
Book Review: The Stone Roses War And Peace, By Simon Spence
- 19 Jul 2012 12:30 PM
- entertainment
The Stone Roses are one of the headline acts at the 20th Sziget Festival in Budapest - recently named as Europe’s Best Major Festival. XpatLoop.com recommends this fresh and definitive Stone Roses story, which is a must-buy for real Roses fans. Based on 400 hours of interviews with over seventy of The Stone Roses’ closest ...
Xpat Opinion: Constitutional Renewal Must Be Done By Hungarians For Hungarians
- 13 Jul 2012 1:00 AM
- current affairs
A conversation between two consitutional legal scholars: Kim Lane Scheppele, Princeton University and Gábor Halmai, ELTE Budapest and Princeton University.
Unemployement – An Inevitable Fact Of Life
- 10 Jul 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
It doesn’t matter how qualified or skilled you are; how long you have worked at your company; how good your relationships are with your boss and colleagues – nearly everyone will experience a period of unemployment in their working lives. This is now as certain as retirement and old age!
Expat To Expand Hooters In Hungary, Europe
- 19 Apr 2012 11:40 AM
- food & drink
Hooters, the U.S. restaurant chain which prides itself on its scantily clad waitresses, is coming to Budapest. The franchise is known worldwide for its female-only staff who serve chicken wings; burgers and beer while wearing tight shorts and low-cut tops. Budapest expat Alex Hemingway will oversee the hands-on operations and enlargement of Hooters here. He's excited about bringing Hooters to ...
Xpat Interview: Hungarian Expat Musician Is Making Ambient-Folk Sounds in Scotland
- 16 Apr 2012 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Tamás Kátai is an avant-garde musician from Hungary, well known for his metal project called Thy Catafalque. At the moment, he lives in Edinburgh, UK, but nevertheless continues writing music in his mother tongue. Over the years he has participated in many other bands, such as Gire and Darklight. In 2006, he released a solo album, named Erika Szobája (Erika's Room), which is described as an ...
Escape From Budapest To Saree Samui, Thailand
- 14 Feb 2012 12:00 AM
- travel
The Saree Samui resort is a stunning four-star residence, combining a harmonious blend of traditional Thai and modern styles. It's a true haven of tranquility, set in a 'green' Samui environment. The eco-conscious resort spreads over 4 acres and features a total of 53 boutique villas in 'village architecture', of course all come with modern amenities. For a relaxing beach getaway from winter in ...
Escape From Budapest To Le Méridien Cyberport In Hong Kong
- 19 Mar 2011 8:30 AM
- travel
Whether you’re a business traveler, cultural explorer, or nature lover, Hong Kong is able to cater for your every desire. There are so many surprising and delightful things to see in ‘Asia’s World City’, it can rightfully claim to be one of the most diverse and exciting destinations in the world. Plan on visiting for as long as you can - there is far more to enjoy than you may expect - read on ...
Xpat Opinion: Tasting Hungary, One Glass At A Time
- 14 Dec 2010 12:00 AM
- food & drink
In early December I was lucky enough to be invited along by my friends at Taste Hungary for a day of wine tasting in Eger. If you are like me, your first taste of Hungarian wine was a mass-produced Bikavér – which you picked off the supermarket shelf for the novelty of the name and region. Once I had relocated to Hungary I trekked up to Eger’s tourist-hungry Szépasszony-völgy which left me ...
Xpat Opinion: The Hunters And The Hunted: Kuruc.info’s List Of Anti-Hungarians
- 24 Jul 2012 1:00 AM
- current affairs
The first detailed description of the flashmob that took place in front of László Csatáry’s house on July 16 was published in Kanadai Magyar Hírlap. The author of the article was Eszter Garai-Édler, a participant, who was subsequently identified by some of the readers of kuruc.info. The threats against her have been relentless ever since. Two came from Béla Varga himself, who offered a bounty of ...
Book Review: The Stone Roses War And Peace, By Simon Spence
- 19 Jul 2012 12:30 PM
- entertainment
The Stone Roses are one of the headline acts at the 20th Sziget Festival in Budapest - recently named as Europe’s Best Major Festival. XpatLoop.com recommends this fresh and definitive Stone Roses story, which is a must-buy for real Roses fans. Based on 400 hours of interviews with over seventy of The Stone Roses’ closest ...
Xpat Opinion: Constitutional Renewal Must Be Done By Hungarians For Hungarians
- 13 Jul 2012 1:00 AM
- current affairs
A conversation between two consitutional legal scholars: Kim Lane Scheppele, Princeton University and Gábor Halmai, ELTE Budapest and Princeton University.
Unemployement – An Inevitable Fact Of Life
- 10 Jul 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
It doesn’t matter how qualified or skilled you are; how long you have worked at your company; how good your relationships are with your boss and colleagues – nearly everyone will experience a period of unemployment in their working lives. This is now as certain as retirement and old age!
Expat To Expand Hooters In Hungary, Europe
- 19 Apr 2012 11:40 AM
- food & drink
Hooters, the U.S. restaurant chain which prides itself on its scantily clad waitresses, is coming to Budapest. The franchise is known worldwide for its female-only staff who serve chicken wings; burgers and beer while wearing tight shorts and low-cut tops. Budapest expat Alex Hemingway will oversee the hands-on operations and enlargement of Hooters here. He's excited about bringing Hooters to ...
Xpat Interview: Hungarian Expat Musician Is Making Ambient-Folk Sounds in Scotland
- 16 Apr 2012 9:00 AM
- entertainment
Tamás Kátai is an avant-garde musician from Hungary, well known for his metal project called Thy Catafalque. At the moment, he lives in Edinburgh, UK, but nevertheless continues writing music in his mother tongue. Over the years he has participated in many other bands, such as Gire and Darklight. In 2006, he released a solo album, named Erika Szobája (Erika's Room), which is described as an ...
Escape From Budapest To Saree Samui, Thailand
- 14 Feb 2012 12:00 AM
- travel
The Saree Samui resort is a stunning four-star residence, combining a harmonious blend of traditional Thai and modern styles. It's a true haven of tranquility, set in a 'green' Samui environment. The eco-conscious resort spreads over 4 acres and features a total of 53 boutique villas in 'village architecture', of course all come with modern amenities. For a relaxing beach getaway from winter in ...
Escape From Budapest To Le Méridien Cyberport In Hong Kong
- 19 Mar 2011 8:30 AM
- travel
Whether you’re a business traveler, cultural explorer, or nature lover, Hong Kong is able to cater for your every desire. There are so many surprising and delightful things to see in ‘Asia’s World City’, it can rightfully claim to be one of the most diverse and exciting destinations in the world. Plan on visiting for as long as you can - there is far more to enjoy than you may expect - read on ...
Xpat Opinion: Tasting Hungary, One Glass At A Time
- 14 Dec 2010 12:00 AM
- food & drink
In early December I was lucky enough to be invited along by my friends at Taste Hungary for a day of wine tasting in Eger. If you are like me, your first taste of Hungarian wine was a mass-produced Bikavér – which you picked off the supermarket shelf for the novelty of the name and region. Once I had relocated to Hungary I trekked up to Eger’s tourist-hungry Szépasszony-völgy which left me ...