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Budapest’s first “make yourself” herb delicacies!

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The Fall is, perhaps, for many the favorite season … colored leaves and crisp mornings. At this time of year, it is more than handy looking forward to warm  up the body with spicy herb drinks, tea, sirups, fruit crisps whilst sitting with friends.

Rita Horváth – store manager – dreamer of herBar store manager  welcomed the media representatives and continued by saying: Q.: „In the bar there will be herbal presentations and workshops, and we would like to get in touch with professional organizations so that our guests interested in the topic can find out about other herbal programs and events. Since we are committed to these treasures of nature, we would like herBar to be a cosy home for good herbal, tea-based venue were we could talk, exchange experiences and make healthy, creative meals and drinks with herbal remedies”. She added, that the long-term goal is an herbal active participation in the project, which aims at supporting the kids, but even more help for the elderly. There is a children’s playground on the gallery with board games and  the adults can read books on the subject as interested. Even if there is a herb have in mind, let’s say it is ridiculous or unbelievable, they will most probably will prepare with the ingredients. In addition to individual dried herbs, also have blended herbal leaf tea that are ready to help you on your way to feel better. Naturally, there are herbs sourced  brought from trusted suppliers with decades of experience who adhere to high standards of quality.

The organic or wild crafted, meaning grew in nature rather than being cultivated herbs and species mainly arrive from Salgótarján where Rita Horváth’s  mother has a plantation of herbs and by growing up in that area, gain to be professional herbalists.  Indeed everyone will surely find a natural herbal product which can aid them on their wellness journey.

Discover the magic of healing with herbs and spices! This unique place is Budapest’s first “make yourself” herbal bar. In addition to the fantastic flavor of tea and spice blends, visitors can taste the specialty of the place at District, V., 3. Haris köz., open from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

From mid-September in the heart of the capital, the herbs and spices „herBar” open its door awaiting guests to enter the world of herb and spices flavors. This unique place is Budapest’s first “make yourself” herb bar. In addition to the fantastic flavor of tea and spice blends, visitors can taste the specialty of the place, the 4 allergen-free wafers and home-made herbal dips and special handcrafted cheeses, seeds and tares make the taste really exciting in flavors. See and taste the hand-made herbs filled bonbons which are really a treat for gourmet. The culinary experiences spice oils, vinegar and herb wines with species and other herb spices are simply uplifting.

Of course ain’t big deal to make your own cuppa-of-tea … of course, for those who need help in sorting herb flavors and conditions, they can choose the special offers from the house with the handy guide professionals. The „No” is out of question if  the guest request goes as … lemongrass tea to be flavored with homemade cherry and even be rubbing with fresh rosemary as an extreme blend. Also can have a taste of the syrup cocktails or simply prepaid their favorite salad. In providing the supply, the primary consideration was that a food or a  drink should be aesthetic, fragrant, healthy and delicious. These four “ingredients” can not be missing from their table. They thought not only about tea worship … therefore the coffee addicted guests may give it a try to the superb Qawa coffee on the spot as well.

Perhaps the most interesting aspect to visit  and taste the herBar “herb menü” … listen to the herbs-to-herbs staff mouthwatering offers and discover the magic of healing with herb and spices!  The herBar is open to  locals and  foreigners community, for kindred souls in quest for health, happiness and wholeness. In addition to the fantastic flavor of tea and spice blends, visitors can taste the specialty of the house.

Update and snaps by Aggie Reiter

Alza Showroom Open October, 5. 2018. – Budapest

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To-day before the official opening the journalists and business partners were able to look around at the newly opened Alza showroom in Budapest. Alza Czech web store continue to expand. The huge two floored space store cover almost 5000 square meters which is the biggest e-shop in Central-Eastern Europe. The items, objects, equipments, supplements can be easily viewed on the shelves tastefully placed. In 2017 Alza eshop was ranked  8th in Hungary.

The thought and label Alza has started in 1998 at a student compas –  at Blanice – Praha. Has been operated in the Czech Republic market for over 24 years. Annual turnover grew to over €820 million (255 Billion HUF) excluding VAT in 2017. The company now has over fifteen hundred employees, offers more than 200,000 products across EU, and operates with super modern logistics facilities. The company is present with its Showrooms and Stores in Austria, Hungary, Slovakia and Czech Republic, but also offers products across the EU as well.

Their top categories are computers, electronics, appliances The High figures show the interest in small home appliances such as: coffee machines, mixers, etc, also Smartphones (Xiaomi, Samsung, Huawei, iPhones, the Accessories (monitors, external drives and so forth. Alza … the company´s … extraterrestrial plush toy mascot is a distinctive figure and very popular among children.

This coming Friday on October, 5. 2018. – 8 a.m. for the public opening the new Alza Showroom at District, XIII., 54-58.  Róbert Károly Blvd. There will be a rich program for the adults and children.

Jaromír Řánek, Business Development Director at Alza.cz.  welcomed the guests and press individuals by saying: Q.: “Our focus is to bring an excellent customer experience. We offer cutting edge products – all the super innovations, and of course, unique services, perfect delivery, as well as providing customers with professional consultancy. We want our customers to be able to purchase all of our goods and services as easily and as quickly as possible. Turnover is on track to 10 billion HUF by the end of 2018 in Hungary. Customers have rated Alza.hu very high via Arukereso.hu very high – 4,5* out of 5*.”

Alza has stepped strongly into the future and has made significant steps in the field of innovation in Hungary, the Total investments exceeded €2 million (approximately: 646 million HUF). Customers can see 1500 top-notch products exhibited.  There are 15000 products in the warehouse available right away. The exposition’s highlights are VR, the Intel Gaming zone, the Microsoft XBOX and PS4 Zone, the Alza SmartHome, and future products. Alza has provided customers with 5 new AlzaBoxes as well. These storage boxes are available weekly throughout 24/7.

Alza.hu accepts payment via crytocurrency (Bitcoin, Litecoin), and offers a wide variety of products including TESLA – sale of electric cars, various services and delivery options, as well as attractive events such as Black Friday. The company also operates with social responsibility, helping non-profit organizations (approximately 40 non-profit Czech organizations per year). In Hungary, Alza has started to give aid to the Bornemisza Péter School and at the press opening the headmaster and a couple of students were present and was handed over to each one a notebook by the Alza CEO. As was said the school puts great emphasis on the modern, efficient development and support of children and they wish to join in the field of supporting them.

Alza delivers its goods and has open stores during the weekend. Customers can pick up their orders at a wide network of self-service AlzaBoxes. The company also offers a unique Alza Premium club program, supports start-ups, has opened Alza TechZone in Holešovice for gaming enthusiasts and hi-tech enthusiasts, has launched the shop of the future, has opened a professional photo studio, SmartHome, and constantly expands its product portfolio. Alza awards : „The Most Trusted Brand“E-shops“, „Crystal Lupa“, „MasterCard Dealer of the Year“. The company behaves responsibly – last year it supported over 40 nonprofit organisations.

Update and snaps Aggie Reiter

 

World Tourism Day – Budapest 2018!

Enjoy as much as you can … just a perfect day … reap what you see … in Budapest!

The WTO is celebrated on the 27th of September of each year to bring attention to the importance of tourism to the international community. Countries from all over the world, whether big and small are depending on tourism for its economic survival and to highlight their cultural, social value

The decision was made by the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) that in 2018 the World Tourism Day will be hosted by Hungary, more precisely Budapest on September, 27. 2018.

Many Budapest service providers have joined the World Tourism Day and offer discounts on the 27th and/or even through the whole weekend!  The central theme of the events in Hungary, aims to raise awareness of the relationship between nature and the importance of tourism to the best ecotourism sites and services.

Beside the Capital, many tourist regions are participating in the World Tourism Day’s events.. The domestic and the foreign guests will enjoy to roll over to superb and sophisticated Budapest’s locations. The world tourism day offers several locations through the Tourist Information Offices network.

Last year in late September 2017 Qatar was adopted,

Budapest – Hungary 2018. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PidcI-gaxKA

India will be adopted in 2019.

… And … most likely beside not being the Capital of the World Tourism Day, celebrations will take place worldwide.

Update Aggie Reiter

The 5th Womanity Festival – Budapest

Saturday, 29. September, 2018.

Europa Congress Center 10 a.m. 6 p.m.

District, II., 5-7. Hárshegyi Rd. Budapest

Take part of  the country’s dominant female event. The main topics of the event this time have taken the courage ambitions, self-realization and redesign.

At the  Full-Day Women’s  Conference the visitors can meet at the Women Stage leaders of major companies such as  Microsoft, Mercedes-Benz, Gedeon Richter Plc., MagNet Bank, T-Systems and many others as they share their experiences. Also hear their own stories of remarkable leaders, athletes, artists, entrepreneurs who are not afraid to target their greatest dreams. Did they …? In any case, they did something very well, because today they are among the most successful ones.

In the exceptionally spectacular, interactive women’s experience area, visitors may experience the products and services of 40 exciting brands with just a single entry ticket.

The entrance ticket cover participation at the stage and adventure programs.

Until September, 28.: Adult Ticket: 6490HUF.  On the spot: 9900HUF

Student and pensioner ticket is free of charge.

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World Coffee Day – Meet With A Poem – 2018.

Meet with a Poem  – Less online, more offline friendship!

Don’t rush  give yourself a break on October, 1., sit together and  share what you deeply feel and celebrate  in a poetic way over a cup of coffee during the World Coffee Day.

This year, celebrate friendship in a poetic way: join the Meet With A Poem event, select your Julius Meinl coffee location …  Grab your pen and paper and off you go … write your poem. Here’s a couple of tips to go in Budapest and outside the Capital: Kis Virág Cukrázda (8. Klauzál Square), Marcipán (3. Béke Square),Nem adom fel (86. Baross Str.), Irodalmi Kávéház (1. Egyetem Square),KIOSZK Budapest (4. Március 15 Square) last but not least T.G.I. Friday Restaurant (1. Váci Rd. – Westend City Center). At City of Szeged – Pianino (3. Londoni Blvd.) and City of Győr   – Irodalmi Kávéház (1. Egyetem Square).

Who is that special friend whom you haven’t seen in a while or ages? Give him or her a call and have a good chat, write your favorite poem on the spot and hand over to the waiter … celebrate together over a cup of coffee the World Coffee Day.  Receive, enjoy your smooth and tasty coffee.

Update Aggie Reiter

Hearld News … Renouncement – Alan Parsons Project – Budapest

The Alan Project Parsons Project regret to inform the audience that the Eye in the Sky – Musicians of the Alan Parsons Project Meet – The Voice of Mike Oldfield Band concert to be held in the Budapest at the MOM  – Entertainment Center fall short on November, 14 and November, days performances.

Was to-day made the announcement regarding cancellations for technical backgrounds.

The tickets purchased so far are redeemable for 30 days from the scheduled concert dates.

Ref. to previous update:

„Alan Parsons Live Project” – Budapest – 2018.

Update Aggie Reiter

Central Market Hall – National Days – Poland – Budapest

Guest Poland

September, 25 – 27. 2018

Tuesday-Thursday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The Central Market Hall has traditionally held the “National Days” of many nations over the years

Local and foreigner visitors will be introduced customs and traditions, also can see the products of the famous Polish handicraft, introduced by Cepelia, the folk art association of Poland. Products made of leather, fur, amber, silver jewellery, handmade Boleslawiec ceramic products, wooden toys, special Polish children shoes, textiles for kids’ room and cotton bedding will be introduced, as well. A real Polish 3 days atmosphere with folk music.

Within the 3days planning your trip to Poland, get information about the coming season …  wintry journey as it brings you close to the warm heart of Poland’s long-standing customs.

At the venue taste of Poland cold cuts, extraordinary honey products and special types of wheat brought by the Rol-Apis-Bud company.

Update Aggie Reiter

Aussie Contemporary Circus Theater – Trafó – Budapest

Trafó House of Contemporary Arts.

District, IX., 41. Liliom Street – Budapest

 September, 27. 2018. – 8 p.m. – sold out
September, 28. 2018. – 8 p.m
September, 29. 2018. – 8 p.m. – sold out

Ticket prices: 3000HUF

The group formed in Adelaide – Australia in 2009. A Simple Space  is their 3rd show and has achieved huge international success, receiving multiple awards, and having performed more than half-a-thousand times in 24 countries across the world.

The follow-up show Backbone, created in 2017, has already been nominated for multiple awards, and toured to festivals internationally.  The audience maybe never have had seen such a breathtaking performance before! The dynamic acrobatics and contemporary circus theater, full of original twists and most probably many will hold their breath,  watching the acrobatics unparalleled energy and charm that made this unique company famous. There will be also live percussion on stage. In circus and theater with the lighting design and operation it present an uplifting sight  all the way through 60mins.  Gravity & Other Myths have performed Exhale at festivals, award ceremonies, corporate functions, fundraisers and parades and for the first time arriving to Budapest.

Acrobats: Martin Schreiber, Lachlan Binns, Jascha Boyce, Jacob Randell, Lewie West, Lewis Rankin, Joanne Curry, Mieke Lizotte, Lachlan Harper, Jackson Manson. Musicians: Elliot Zoerner, Alexey Kochetkov. Director: Darcy Grant. Design and light designer: Geoff Cobham. Producer: Craig Harrison. Creative companion: Triton Tunis-Mitchell

Supporters: Australian Government’s Major Festivals Initiative, Confederation of Australian International Arts Festivals Inc., Adelaide Festival, Sydney Festival and Aurora Nova.

Not to be missed … get into the mood to see a Circus Theater performance of the 21st century … hurry-up to get your ticket on the spot (4 p.m. 8 p.m.) or: through English site:  https://trafo.jegy.hu/program/gravity-other-myths-aus-backbone-93036/445291?lang=en  before they are sold out (only left for the day September, 28.!)

Update Aggie Reiter

Fall’s Harvest Wines at Szépasszonyvölgy

Szépasszonyvölgy is the place of wine specialties. Definitely pop over whilst visiting Eger. Since more than a generation, the city has been the largest contiguous wine cellar in Heves county. There are more than 200 gastronomic units in the area. This part of Eger has gained national reputation thanks to local wines and wine specialties.

The Fall is in the air and the harvest programs are coming to the Szépasszonyvölgy with abundant gastronomy and cultural offerings. When visiting the cellars, visitors will experience the locals are trying to attract even more guests with something special everywhere … their cake, fat bread is the most popular, but also some cellars offering such as quince, hazelnuts, wine beans and vine syrup.

“The Fall’s Harvest”, which preserves the traditions while at the same time satisfying the expectations of today’s expectations.

Music, Dance and Food Specialties between September 21-23. at the Szépasszonyvölgy. All those who will be visiting the valley of Eger during the 3 days harvest festival are guaranteed to take part and enjoy the unforgettable entertainment thanks to the Eger’s open-air wine cellar festival.

Update Aggie Reiter

Hungarian Freelusion Dance Company – Erkel Theater – Budapest!

ERKEL THEATER

First time in Hungary!

Friday, October 12. at 7 p.m. 

Saturday, October 13. at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

District, VIII. 30. János Pál Pápa Square

Special Guest : NIKA

Freelusion opens a new chapter in entertainment with a new piece. The Lighthunter – Amar who is a nice little clumsy boy working in a circus. Every day, over and over again, he tirelessly tries to impress the circus director and his primordia, but this always fails. One day, however, an unexpected thing happens … Open for the 21 century’s  3D visuals experience … dance troupe’s … Las Vegas-style … parade performance …  You couldn’t see it anywhere … anytime else! Here’s a glance into the show:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEFFka0FZxg

The Freelusion Dance Company is the world’s very first introduced composition, most successful … largest … experienced 3D visuals … dance troupe, which is led by Artistic Director – Timea Papp  established during 2009 in Hungary.

After their debut at 6 continents and 50 countries finally they take the Hungarians in Budapest on a Magical Mistery Journey into the World of Wonders … Fantasyunique dynamics of amazement and emotionsLove within a virtual 3D visual with dance theater presenting  for our future generation to learn about a new dimension of art.

The Hungarian Freelusion are already world stars and finally perform at home to introduce themselves. Their pioneering entertainment brand is a spectacular mixture of contemporary dance trends and 3D interactive projection mapping which takes the audience into a world of virtual reality.

For the last 6 years the group have been travelling around the World and delivered incredible shows from Los Angeles to Tokio and also participated on world-class Talent and TV Shows, such as:  – Britain’s Got Talent, America’s Got Talent … (peck into: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=248&v=akJ9_f9qgJo)

Through their beginning up till to-day they collaborated with the Cirque de Monte Carlo and Tim Burton, performed at the Fake Off competition, has won several prestigious competitions in Las Vegas super-production and their name hallmark to the festive play of the Burj Kalifa building – Dubai.

It is a unique Broadway style full night performance in 75 min. This performance is an exciting combination of 3D video mapping and modern dance. The show is a mind-blowing experience an audio-visual ecstasy based on different visual elements and talented artists including dancers, stunts even dragons and many more.

Previously, building projections  were brought alive in Budapest during Advent on the walls of Saint Steven Basilica church and the Deák Square buildings were most welcomed by folks walk on by.

An insight of ticket prices: Tickets from 1900HUF – limited sight. ARC. Category: 14900HUF. III. Category: 7900HUF, II. Category: 4900HUF, Category I: 1900HUF.

“Meet & Greet” supplement ticket 49000HUF (Take a lifetime of memories home!) … For the first time in Hungary, get an insight into the thrilling 3D projection world!

VIP box: 250000HUF for 6 people, (With 2 M & G tickets), VIP box extra: 500000HUF 6 people, (With 4 M & G tickets).

To buy tickets at the http://jegyek.freelusion.com/ only written in Hungarian language, below easier for foreigners: so if you’re sure you’d love to be there then better hurry up to get your ticket, cause they are running out very fast …  choose your seat. Here is to buy your ticket in English-language at: https://www.jegy.hu/program/amar-the-lighthunter-95480?lang=en  … or on the spot at the Erkel Theater.

The performance is recommended for over the age of 12.

Update Aggie Reiter