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Introduction to Hungary
Hungary is a country that lies in the Carpathian basin in the heart of Europe. Covering a relatively small area of 93,000 square kilometers, it is a landlocked nation, bordered on the north by Slovakia; on the north-east by Ukraine; on the east by Romania; on the south by Serbia, Croatia, and Slovenia; and on the west by Austria. It has a population of only ten million people and is well-known for... [Read More]
Hungarian Wine and Grape Varieties
Hungarian wine is known for its long history which dates back to at least the Roman times. Hungarian wine has reflected its country's position between the Slavs and the Germanic peoples. Those which are worthy of attention are the white dessert wines (Tokaji) and Bull's Blood (Egri Bikavér), which is a full-bodied red wine. And so without further adieu, we present to you the different wines... [Read More]
Hungarian Cuisine
Hungarian cuisine is characterized by its spiciness with common ingredients like black pepper and onions. Like its neighboring country Germany, potatoes are also a staple of many Hungarian dishes. Soups, desserts and stuffed pancakes have sparked rivalries between regions as to what is the best variety of the same dish. Fish soups are cooked differently on different banks of Hungary's main rivers.... [Read More]
Hungarian Culture
The culture of Hungary is rich and varied, from the twin cities of Buda and Pest on the Danube, to the Great Plain bordering Ukraine. Hungary today came from the Austro-Hungarian empire. Hungary has great folk traditions, producing embroideries, pottery, decorated buildings, and carvings. Hungarian music ranges from the rhapsodies of Franz Liszt to Roma and folk music. Hungary is well known for it... [Read More]
Hungarian Wine Regions
The Hungarian vineyards are situated in the Carpathian basin. The continental climate is prevalent, while the influence of the Atlantic Ocean, and in the southern wine districts, the Mediterranean is also felt. The climate between regions and across years may vary a lot as a result. Although mean annual temperature is 10.5 °C, and mean average rainfall is 600 mm, there are significant variance... [Read More]