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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Royal Thailand and Hungary @ Budapest

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Thai Festival

Embassy of the Royal Thailand – Garden of the National Museum – Sunday, May 14, 2023- Budapest

Seeking for an exceptional cultural experience in Budapest … need no look further! This coming week-end the Thai Festival is a must-attend event.

This year’s festival in co-operation with the Royal Thai Embassy in Budapest is organizing the 2023 Thai Festival to commemorates the golden jubilee, friendly and diplomatic relations between Thailand and Hungary.

The festival is an all-day gastro-cultural affair that brings Thailand’s culture, food and trade possibilities. The Thai Festival, is a one-day extravaganza featuring the best of Thai culture. 

In addition to Thai cultural programs, performers, and cooking show, authentic Thai restaurants will provide culinary delights.  Can also give it a try to the original Thai massages and also the beneficial and relaxing effects of traditional Thai massage. At this year’s festival,  there will be an opportunity to witness traditional Thai cultural shows, dance performances, and even Muay Thai demonstrations. No shortage of entertainment of the vibrant cultural experience.

The Thai festival is for visitors of all ages – The program is free of charge.

Recommended by Aggie Reiter

Maserati’s Latest Model – Most Powerful GT – 550 Horsepower – Arrived to Hungary!

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The GranTurismo Trofeo and Modena are available for the domestic public with a delivery time of up to 3-4 months – we found out and could see them on the morning press presentation terrace at the Babel Restaurant in Budapest.

At the exclusive presentation event, in addition to the GranTurismo Trofeo, which is now debuting in our country, the MC20, chosen as the most beautiful supercar of 2021 at the Paris International Automobile Festival, and a truly rare 1975 Maserati Merak, offered by the Kaáli Auto-Motor Museum, were also been on the spot. At the event, after the greeting of the managing director of Sándor Mátrabérci – Wallis Motor, Béla F. Nagy, the business manager of Maserati, presented the most important parameters of the GranTourismo and the future ideas of the Stellantis automotive concern regarding the model. The new Maserati GranTurismo is a big shot with both gasoline and electricity 550 horsepower from gasoline, or 760 horsepower from electricity can be measured at the wheels. The specialist emphasized that the new GT combines the high performance typical of sports cars with comfort suitable for long journeys, with both in the versions equipped with a powerful internal combustion engine and in the most innovative model version equipped with 100% electric solutions.

The series of sporty touring coupes began 75 years ago with the Maserati A6, whose worthy successor, the GranTurismo, was presented by the Italian luxury car brand last October. Wallis Motor, the exclusive domestic distributor of the harpoon brand, brought one of Maserati’s newest models to Hungary just a few months after the world premiere.

Wallis Motor, the exclusive domestic distributor of the Maserati brand, presented the GranTurismo, which has been renewed in-and-out. The new touring coupe is equipped with the revolutionary V6 Nettuno engine and is currently available in two versions: the 490 hp Modena and the most powerful model variation ever, the 550 hp GT Trofeo. According to the promise of Wallis Motor, Maserati’s first 100% electric model, the 760 hp GT Folgore, will soon be available in Hungary.

At the press conference, we learned that four new GranTurismos have already been sold in Hungary. Two Trofeo top models and two Modenas also with the V6, only in a weaker form and with fewer carbon fiber elements. The electric Folgore, on the other hand, cannot be ordered for the time being, even though the price has been lowered to 93.5 million HUF (calculated with 380HUF/Euro) With 760 horsepower, this is the fastest version with a top speed of 325 km/h, and it is also the most unique in terms of technology. The Maserati promises delivery of the Modena and Trofeo within 3-4 months from the order.

Regarding the Hungarian prices, delivery times and order expectations, the Hungarian distributor Wallis Motor revealed that two Modena and two Trofeo have already found owners, the former starting at a gross starting price of 74,485,0000HUF, and the latter starting at 92,833,000HUF

The new coupe is equipped with the revolutionary V6 Nettuno engine, which is available in two versions: the Modena model version is equipped with the 490 hp, 3-liter V6 Nettuno Twin Turbo; and the top version Trofeo is equipped with 550 horsepower and an 8-speed automatic transmission. These two model versions are already available to fans here, and according to Wallis Maserati’s business manager, they have already ordered several copies of them, which will soon be handed over to their new owners.

It’s no secret that Maserati started the full development program with the MC20 so that the brand could gain new momentum now independent of Ferrari, exploiting its own considerable engineering capacity as the flagship of the Stellantis group. An MC20 and a Merak were also present at the premiere in Budapest, and the sight of both of them next to the blue GranTurismo Trofeo was truly overwhelming.

Riport and snaps by Aggie Reiter

Thirsty Beer Lovers Hop Over to HopTop Tasting!

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HopTop Craft Beer – at Winehub – Old Buda
Date: May ,13. – 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
District III., 41-43 Pacirtamező Street – Óbuda (OldBuda)

It’s gonna be “Barrel Pig” beer tasting this coming week-end!

Craft beers aged in Kentucky bourbon barrels, i.e. what is Hoptop Brewery’s unicorn pig looking for in a beer barrel?!
If you like strong, characterful craft beers, you will definitely like this event. The Hoptop brewery presents six different barrel-aged beers, which are guaranteed to provide a unique taste experience.
“Each of their beers is matured in a special barrel. There are rums, bourbons, whiskeys, and even maple syrup,” says Szami Ali Rawech – founder of the Budapest small-scale brewery.
“These beers have a deep black color and are often sweet, and their bitterness keeps the flavors in a nice balance. In the taste of barrel-aged beers, you can find the characteristics of dark chocolate, which are combined with soft, creamy and vanilla notes, which are made perfect by the aromas extracted from different barrels!”
Hoptop has a separate brand family of barrel-aged beers, launched under the name Barrel Pig. The appearance of the 0.33ml bottles is both elegant and clownish, which is further enhanced by the colorful wax closure, the appearance of each item is adorable!
These beers are guaranteed to enchant the hearts of beer lovers and those who want special taste experiences. Don’t miss this event to experience the unique taste of imperial stout and barley wine beers!
The tasting will be held by  Szami Ali Rawech – barrel-aged beers creator.

Premium beers of the tasting: Surprise beer, Rudeboy, Sex on the barrel, Fear of the dark II., Canadian Lover, Fear of the dark I., Mentaltrainer. The price of the tasting ticket:6990HUF.
Ticket purchase: https://bit.ly/3VxpciN

On the same day between 6 p.m. -8 p.m. it is also possible to try the presented beers and other specialties by purchasing tasting ticket on the spot for 1500HUF. These are to be Core beers: Green Zone, Ceylon Buddy, Tropical Swinger Club.

Premium beers: Rudeboy, Sex on the barrel, Fear of the dark II., Canadian Lover, Fear of the dark I., Mentaltrainer. Also ticket on the spot: 2500HUF

Beer Lovers mark the date in your calender and don’t miss a thing!

Recommendation by Aggie Reiter

The Danube Art Ensemble Concert – Folk Music

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The folk band of the Danube Artists Ensemble, the Göncöl group, has released an independent album.  The folk music collections is of  Zoltán Kallós –  two-time Kossuth Prize-winning Hungarian ethnographer from Transylvania.”Turn, my dear horse” – title album will be released on Spotify’s music sharing channel, and their related teaser concert will be held on …

Tuesday, May, 16. 2023. – 7 p.m. @ the House of Tradtion – Theater hall (Hagyományok Háza.) Venue: District I., 8. Corvin Square – Budapest. 

Ágnes Enyedi –  Junior Prima award-winning folk singer, Balázs Mezei – dancer of the Duna Art Ensemble and the dancers of the Duna Art Ensemble will take part in the concert.

The aim of the album is to present the life and outstanding personality of Zoltán Kallós by selecting from his most important folk music collections, which will be made even more perceptive with video and audio interludes and photo projections during the concert.

Update by Aggie Reiter

The 16th KAFF Preperation Completed – Competition Program 2023.

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Between June, 21–25 the Kecskemét Animation Film Festival will be held. Within the FAFF program 420 works from 32 countries will be present. Eight films made it to the animation competition, among which there are also works that won awards at the world’s most prestigious animation film festivals, Annecy, Bucheon, the European Film Award and the Tokyo Anime Award. By-the-way 23 of the 27 nominated works have already been at several prestigious festivals. Will be able to watch 7 European TV specials, 18 European and 13 Hungarian TV series. 19 Hungarian short films (recently selected for Annecy), 26 Hungarian applied animations (advertising spots, video clips, signals and commissioned short films) and 28 Hungarian student films competing at the largest animation festival to be held in Hungary. In addition to the competition programs, thematic panoramic screenings, retrospective selections, film industry consultations and master classes, as well as workshops and exhibitions will add color to the festival’s offer, which is free to attend.

Two Hungarian films are also starting, both in the European and Hungarian supplementary competitions, which were recently invited to this year’s Annecy Animation Film Festival: Áron Gauder’s film “The Four Souls of the Coyote” – talks about how we can live in harmony with our environment through the Native American story of creation. which is not too late to save our Planet. Tibor Bánóczki and Sarolta Szabó‘s rotoscoping animation, “Plastic Sky“- takes the viewer into the future 100 years from now, when it may already be too late … The host Kecskemétfilm generously did not enter their own work, Toldi, into the competition, but Marcell Jankovics will be screened out of competition by his last work, which was also invited to Annecy this year. Short films include Gypsy Tales, Confessions of Hungarian Saints, The Adventures of Bean Berci, Bogyó és Babóca and Puskás and Young Bother and Friends.

Update by Aggie Reiter

Additional to the- KINCSEM PARK @ SPRING HORSE RACE AND FOOD TRUCK SHOW 2023.

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Venue – Dates – Time: Kincsem Park

Address: District, X.,  2-4 Albertirsai Road – Budapest

GREYHOUND TROTTING – Friday – Doors open: 4 p.m. –  First Race: 7 p.m. – Gate Closing: 11 p.m.

ROBBER GALLOP – Saturday – Doors open: 10:00 a.m. – First race: 2 p.m. – Gate closing: 10 p.m.

GALLOP – PONY CHAMPIONSHIP – Sunday – Doors open: 10 a.m. :First race: 2 p.m. – Gate closing: 9 p.m.

Update: Aggie Reiter

1st Hungarian Pizza-Making Championship & First Greyhound & Horse Racing Season

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On Friday, May, 5. took place the members of the First Hungarian Pizza-Making Competition press invitation, whereas Chef Lázár Kovács spoke about the forthcoming Pizza-Making Championship. The Jury was introduced with the competitors and said the following: The goal of the domestic championship is to support young pizza chefs and promote their development through competition. Providing an opportunity to prove and gain routine and motivation for those who are not yet able to start at the World Championship.  The one-round competition with a total prize of ONE Million Hungarian Florint is looking for the maker of the most beautiful and delicious pizza of our country will be awarded.”

He added, on Saturday, the 1st Hungarian Pizza-Making Championship will also be held on site. The event’s mastermind and main organizer is Lázár Kovács, who also participated in the World Pizza Championship held in Parma this year.

Zoltán Horváth – founder of the Food Truck Show said on Friday: “We believe that this year’s Food Truck Show will be a real paradise for street food lovers, as they can enjoy delicacies from 50 restaurants/food trucks. What’s more, it’s time for everyone to choose their favorite, as we’re launching a public vote to find out which is the most popular place. What’s more, there will also be a professional award in the competition for the best food trucks.

Nearly 50 Food Trucks await everyone at the only horse racing track in Hungary. In addition to delicious snacks, we can enjoy the most exciting races in a picturesque environment; on Friday, the country’s fastest greyhounds will start, on Saturday we will prepare for trotting races, while on Sunday the thoroughbreds will play the main role.

On Saturday, there will also be a men’s rugby match between Hungary and Latvia, while the 1st Hungarian Pizza-Making Championship will be held in the tent.

What’s more, the Food Truck of the Year award will also be given by the audience’s favorite and to the restaurant selected by the professional jury.

In addition to delicious snacks, the country’s fastest greyhounds start on Friday, trotting races will take place on Saturday, and thoroughbreds will play the main role on Sunday. On the weekend, children can enjoy free programs, petting zoos, pony rides, craft activities, face painting, street musicians and street art performers will provide the atmosphere, and the country’s largest chain carousel will enhance the Mayan atmosphere

Overfall 15 countries, 50 food trucks, 40 music programs – awaiting visitors to this year’s Food Truck Show between May 5-7, 2023.  Beside the greats of rolling gastronomy on the spot may see the only horse racing track in our country & Kincsem Park – Budapest.

Snaps on the spot of the event will come soon.

Riport by Aggie Reiter

The House of the Mai Manó – Budapest

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MARTIN WANDA: SONGS OF INNOCENCE AND EXPERIENCE
May, 2. 2023. – June, 11.  2023.
Opening hours: Noon to 7 p.m.  – Tuesday – Sunday
Closed on Mondays and public holidays.
Curator: Anna Kereszty

The photographer romanticises love disappointments, combining on her collages scanned book pages from her favorite romantic novels, Wuthering Heights, Red and Black, Anyegin and The Sorrows of Young Werther, with handwritten texts of fragments of flattering or poignant, sometimes even vulgar text messages from ex-boyfriends, lovers and Tinder dates. The combination of these two contrasts the real and the desired love.

Relationships today are changing, often stepping outside the conventional norms and becoming more complex. This brings many benefits and liberation, but it is also difficult to navigate in this newer system sometimes. Combining self-portraits with the texts has become a kind of therapeutic process.

Mark the date that suites for you to take a visit to … Wanda Martin where you will learn about Wanda’s journey as a photographer, the inspiration behind her work and the process of how they work through a selection of their fashion, conceptual and portraiture work. Besides her photography work, she is the creative director of the music and fashion magazine Foxes.

Martin Wanda studied BA Photography at Moholy-Nagy University of the Arts – Hungary, then after moved to London and obtained a Master’s degree from the College of Fashion.

Recommended by Aggie Reiter

“PARDES” – National Dance Theater – Budapest

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Last night was present at the National Theater at a full house presentation. No wonder many awaited to see the Pardes by Noa Wertheim, artistic director and co-founder of Vertigo Dance Company performance here in Budapest. I spent a pleasant evening at a stunning … breath-taking production and during their performance I melted into the world of the Vertigo Dance Company. Absolutely amazing performance by 8 artistic dancers: Etai Peri, Sian Olles, Daniel Costa, Eden Ben Shimol, Yarden Oz, Micah Aimos, Ilan Golubovich, Ruth Ben David.

The music of PARDES was composed by internationally renowned percussionist Itamar Doari. The sound material was woven into the process of creating the choreography, the music was created and recorded in real time in the studio – which offered the ensemble a brilliant opportunity to work with one of the most important and outstanding percussion artists in Israel and the world.

The dance’s language took the audience into the work of art in which the body connects with the spiritual layers of the interior. The interior of each person/dancer as it was woven into a common tapestry. The company has received more than a dozen awards  Worldwide since their establishment.

In Jewish mysticism, PARDES stands for the initials of four Hebrew words that refer to approaches to the interpretation of religious texts: Pshat (literal meaning); Remez (target meaning); Drash (interpretive meaning) and Sod (secret meaning).

The performance was presented as part of the 10th Theater Olympiad. 

Riport by Aggie Reiter

 

LUX Film Days – May, 9. – 12. – Budapest 2023.

The celebration of the diverse European film is coming again with free screenings between May, 9. – 12. 2023. with cinema screening series starting on May, 9. – Europe Day. Venue: Urania National Film Theater – Budapest.

The LUX Audience Award, which celebrates the diversity of European cinema, is a joint film award of the European Parliament and the European Film Academy, which is presented in Hungary as part of the LUX FILM DAYS.

Four of the nominated films can be seen at Uránia National Film Theater and one of them will be screened online at a later date.

The aim of the program, realized in cooperation with the European Commission and the international cinema network Europa Cinemas, is to make the European co-productions nominated for the LUX Audience Award available to the widest possible audience within the framework of a series of cross-border screenings. , a sensitive and authentic representation of cultural issues.

An important change compared to the past year, that there are already five nominated films competing for the award. The selection thus offers a wider selection of topics, approaches and visual solutions. The evaluation period is also longer, ending just two days before the award ceremony – June 12. Also the identity of the winner can change even at the last moment.

Below see the LUX Film Days 2023 … day-by-day screenings at the Uránia National Film Theater:

May, 9, 7 p.m., opening, followed by Ruben Östlund: The Triangle of Sadness.
May, 10, 7 p.m. Lukas Dhont: Close
May, 11 at 7 p.m. Carla Simón: Alcarras
May, 12, 7 p.m. Emin Alper: Burning Days

Available to view online (details coming soon) – WILL-O’-THE-WISP (Feu Follet/ Fogo-Fátuo)

Public to vote: last year the audience voting has played a particularly important role in awarding the prize. Now again comes the opportunity for the public to rate and vote… here it goes: https://rating.luxaward.eu/hu/ (the rates are between 1 and 5 stars). The winner is chosen jointly by the public and the MEPs, with both groups giving 50% of the votes.

The online public vote closes two days before the award ceremony, on June 12. 2023.

The winning work will be announced on June 14 at the plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg. Ten winners will be drawn from among the voters, who will be able to participate in the award ceremony to be held on June, 14 . 2023. in Strasbourg.

Update by Aggie Reiter