7 Tips For Food Lovers Visiting Budapest

Budapest is full of wonders, whether your reason to visit is to take in the detailed architecture, soak in the history, or enjoy the natural sites. One thing is for sure – you won’t want to leave without indulging in the delicious authentic dishes served throughout the nation! Your palette will be dancing with all the rich flavors. To guide you to some of the best spots to grab food in Budapest, we’ve created a list of 7 tips for a foodie’s next visit.

1.         Langos

You most certainly can’t leave Budapest without trying one of its most traditional foods, langos. Langos is a flatbread deep-fried in fat and can be served plain or smothered with cheese blends and other flavorful toppings. You can find langos nearly anywhere, but we recommend heading to the Central Market Hall.

2.         Hungarian Cooking Classes

Sign up for a Hungarian cooking course if you love cooking and eating. These courses are easy to find online, and you will get to experience an authentic three-course meal that you helped create.

3.         Budapest International Wine Festival

Every year from September 5th to 8th, you can catch the Budapest International Wine Festival. This festival has been running for many years and has become custom to the natives and tourists alike.

4.         Budapest Palinka and Sausage Festival

In October, if you’re in the country, definitely make your way to the Budapest Palinka and Sausage Festival. Try some exquisite European brandy paired with any of the many sausage varieties you will find throughout the stands.

5. Hungarian Unicum

Hungarian Unicum is one of the most famous liquors in the country. It’s in herbal bitterness that aids in digestion, which helps tremendously after delving into all of the spicy street foods. You can also head to the Zwack Museum to learn about this miracle liquor.

6.         Etyek-Buda Wine Region

Make way to the Etyek-Buda Wine Region to experience one of the leading wine-producing villages that have been around since the 18th century. This winery makes for a great day trip. Just prepare yourself to try dozens of varieties.

7.         Szamos Marzipan

Anyone who loves the age-old delicacy marzipan, visit Szamos Marzipan, a museum in honor of the artists Mátyás Szamos and Károly Szabó. These artists started shaping marzipan into the shapes of flowers and other beautiful creations back in the 1930s. This museum intends to keep their spirit and tasty treats alive.