11 Sep

CHERRY QUEEN FINALISTS VISITING THE BONBONETTI FACTORY – BUDAPEST

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Chocolate Master Training  with the  Cherry Queen finalists!

Another  task to be taken in the “Miss Cherry Queen” selection, which is to find that Hungarian lady who is absolutely matching  with the  face,  has charisma, beauty, elegance and style to be worthy as to represent  the Hungarian brand of the Cognac Cherry for a year.

A Queen as a  royalty has to be absolutely well-informed of  her subjects. Here goes the same with the eight selected ladies in competition.  It is necessary to be aware of the origins of the chocolate and the method of  cooking. Therefore, Chief Executive Mr. Sándor Sánta, at the Bonbonetti Group  held a detailed presentation on the origins, history of chocolate up to the times of to-day’s  procedures of the popular  Hungarian chocolates and the method of making them so tasty as they are.

Mr. Sándor Sándor  from now-and-then  stopped  his presentation by asking details of the heard stories to the ladies. He wished to see how intensively they are listening to his lecture. He was pleased to learn they all were with eyes and ears wide open.  After the  theoretical education  came the easy part of the day … a tour to review the  chocolate factory in operation. One of the Hungaricum,  the pálinka soaked cherries covered with dark chocolate, also known as the “cherry brandy chocolate”  was seen step-by-step  in the processing thread.  The Cherry Chocolate runs under different names when it comes to export, but the country of origin will remain, that says: Made in Hungary at the Bonbonetti Factory!

Even though there is  12 days to come to the final for one of the lady’s  in competition will receive her crown. Here is  reminder to the final to be held at the “SWEET DAYS”  at the premises of the  Buda Castle, Royal  Palace.

Sunday, September, 23. 2012

5 p.m. on sharp!

Entry tickets on the scene will be available and  within each the entry ticket a bar of

“TIBI” chocolate will be handed over!

 

 Update and snaps: Aggie Reiter

 

9 Sep

SAILING ON THE SMOOTH LAKE BALATON WITH THE NEAR FUTURE’S MISS CHERRY CHOCOLATE QUEEN

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September, 8. 2012.

Sailing on the smooth Lake Balaton with the eight ladies and one to be chosen  in the near future as Miss Cherry Chocolate Queen, representing the Boninetti Brand!

The conpetition’s finalists ladies, as they said  spent a beautiful day out at the port of Balatonfüred on the Lake Balaton. A full day sailing program awaiting for them organized by the organizers. The event was complemented by an authentic lunch at Tihany, one of the spectacular sightseeing area, whereas as far as eye sees a grand part of the Lake Balaton can be captured. The lunch was served with the wide variety of the fishes from the lake and they were not coated with the Boninetti chocos, but who knows there may be a time when the Gastro lovers will serve it that way. As a special feature of the program the ladies could also participate in a short sailing training program. The ladies could try their prompt learn skills by taking over the sailing boats and steer the waters at the Lake Balaton. Of course on the boats were  experienced captains, to make things go right. The ladies one-by-one took over the ship to steer. An experienced boat captain helped the girls to make everything smooth and sound.  They all pasted the test as sailors, said Ms. Marianna Kosztyu, the organizer.

The winds were just perfect for a perfect day and the ladies really had a great time!

The Sweet Days – Election Day of Miss Cherry Queen will be on September, 23, at 5 p.m. up on the Buda-hilly side, in the Buda Castle area.

 

Source and snaps: Ms. Szilvia Magony – Mahagony Media – Eventure Production

Update by Aggie Reiter

8 Sep

DAY2 AT THE ZSOLNAY QUARTER – PÉCS – HERITAGE FESTIVAL

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DAY2  WITH PICKS AT THE HERITAGE FESTIVAL IN THE PREMISES AT THE HISTORICAL ZSOLNAY QUARTER.

The City of Pécs invites anyone who has the touch for old and new to pay a visit between

September, 7 – 23. 2012.  to the  Heritage Festival at the Zsolnay Quarter!

Updates to  Saturday, September, 8. 2012.

… The weather was probably the last days of the hot summer nights with clear skies and twinkling stars. Down here on the stage at the Pirogranit courtyard  “shinning stars” from the Plácido Domingo Operalia 2012 competition held in Beijing arrived  to Pécs.  The Zsolnay Quarter, was honored to welcome the presence of the young adult opera singers who gave an unforgettable opera concert with gently resting, melodious songs from Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, J. Strauss and Bizet . The hosted highly gifted  “early-stage” opera singer’s this was their  1st. stop on their concert tour. These “shinning stars” definitely are the upcoming opera voices of to-day and surely will be heard many times in the future all around the world.

The gala concert was contributed by the MAV Symphony Orchestra.

Conductor: Mr. Nicholas Milton
Australian-born, with Hungarian roots.

The concert patrons were:

The Australian Ambassador to Hungary, HE Mr. John Griffin , Mr. Szabolcs Takács – Ministry of Foreign Affairs Deputy State Secretary for Global Affairs, Mr. Tamás Nádasi –  Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and president of the branch of the Hungary-Chine,  Dr.István Kéri – President of the Pécs-Baranya Chamber of Commerce, Dr Zsolt Páva – Mayor of the City of Pécs.

The Chinese baritone, Mr. Yunpeng Wang, received the Don Plácido Domingo, Zarzuela Prize, along with the 2nd prize from the public preference in Beijing. Caught Mr. Wang for a minute, but by the end it was several minutes. Asked him how and when he decided to be an opera singer. He said the following: „I was around 4years old when I started „singing” opera melodies,or should I say mimicking my father. He loved opera melodies and day-by-day listened to the recordings and sang along with the grand opera singers. So, I joined him and soon sang  the words even not knowing the meaning of them. I might aswell say, sang opera melodies before knowing to read or write. Then, as the years went by I only sang at home. Did not really took it seriously, but  getting close to  the end of my high-school years I considered more seriously to studysinging and to use my voice properly. I just finished my high-school  2 years ago and since then being invited to a attend a scholarship in New York, I moved over to the States and I am taking my second year at the Manhattan School of Music”.  Wonderful talent young adult and as his first dream had come true wish him a lot of success and to reach his second dream, to take a leap step up on the hard boards at the sophisticated Opera Houses.

There were two 3rd Prizes, one of the awards went to the Russian mezzo-soprano, Ms. Nadezhda Karyazina, Moscow Grand Theatre Bolsolj young mezzo-soprano artist. Speaking with her she told me this is her first time to visit to Hungary, but have to come back someday, because upon arrival she was taken to a quicky sightseeing and then drove to Pécs where she has been rehearsing for the evening ’s performance. Had not seen too much neither in Budapest nor here at Pécs. She was telling me, how sad she  to be leaving the next day during the afternoon hours, so reach her flight back to Moscow. She mentioned how tasty and rich in flavors are the wines from the vineyard  here at Pécs, as she heard are from the  former vulcano Vilány Hills and the fresh fruits here in Hungary are amazingly rich in flavors.” Ms. Karyazin graduated in 2008, by taking faculty in musical and received her diploma at the Russian Academy of Theatrical Arts in Moscow. Since then performed in many roles and her favorite was performing as Laura, in Tchaikovsky’s Iolantha. She was an extremely friendly and her kindness simple radiated. I am not a fortune-teller but having heard her performance, I have a strong feeling she is going to leave her footprints on many…many boards at the world’s  well known opera houses.

Ms. Ekaterina Lekhina, a GRAMMY Award Winner in 2011 at the Best Opera Recording nomination. In 2007 she was the 1st. prize winner at Placido Domingo’s Operalia Competition in Paris.  Also in 2005 gain the 1st. prize at the international competition, St. Petersburg. She is considered as to-day’s most famous opera singer. Ms. Lekhina has already appeared on the stages at the summer opera festival in Klosterneuburg, Austria – 2006. Followed by contracts in Tel-Aviv – 2007. Volksopera Vienna  – 2007. The Royal Opera House Covent Garden, London – 2008, where she received enormous success. She also admitted, just like her motherland singer Ms. Karyazina, that their Budapest  visit was extremely short, but she will stay for a couple of days in Budapest after  leaving Pécs. She has deep hopes of coming back to Hungary again  and hopefully she will have a bit more time to have a longer stay at  historical sites in Hungary and  see the fastinating views on both side of the banks at the River Danube.

Oh Yes … The Canberra Symphony Orchestra’s energetic , sweeping chief conductor and artistic director Nicholas Milton made everybody’s evening in the Zsolnay’s courtyard at the Gala Concert  conducting the marvelous MAC Symphonic Orchestra  with the superb opera voices.  His charisma arrow the audience, that’s for sure.  Couldn’t  resist not have a chat with him, knowing his roots lay in Hungary. He told me:” My parents left Hungary to Australia in ’56. Being born later, have no memories of that age, but I am certain many have lived through those times who have their own stories of those dark days. My parents didn’t speak, seemed like taboo, of those 1956 days. I am living in Germany, but each season I travel home to visit my Mum and  two brothers  in Australia.” Asked him how come his  family name is not Hungarian?   Me: “Do you know what was your Hungarian family name?” He smiled and with an Aussie accent said: “Sure I do, it was “Molnár” … “O.K. …got it and what happened to Molnár?”  Well, it was pretty hard to pronounce it by the Mates Downunder and since the Molnár in English language stands for Miller and my father was not really keen with  to be called as a “miller”, he decided to make a twist in the name  change it to Milton”.  … “So, I see, sounds more like a British family name”.  Saw Mr. Milton agreed with me giving a wide smile, saying “YES”.  Asked him how he felt conducting the Hungarian MÁV Symphonic Orchastra and leading the opera singers. He said: “These young singers are absolutely first-class singers, you cannot say, they are just on the beginning on the road which leads to the famous grounds at the Opera Houses. Amazingly talented opera singers and the opera lovers will surely enjoying every minute of their performances no matter where they will show up  on stage.” Usually the conductors “just conduct” not making any sound beside the orchestra playing the instruments, but seeing Mr. Milton moves, sometimes I really saw him as a showman, a wink, a  wide smile, calling in the next performers by waving his hands and so forth, but in a very good sence he was also a “shinning star”.

The eveing’s  Opera Gala would not have been complete without not having a young in age, aHungarian opera talent  on stage. Ms. Ildiko Jakab, winner in 2012 at the Luciano Pavarotti International Youth Singing Competition  was invited to be with and together with the “shinning stars. ”

Ms. Ildikó Jakab, as a young lyric soprano, was a student in the class of  Ms. Éva Marton and completed her opera faculty with honors in 2012 at the Liszt Ferenc Academy of  Music. The Liszt Academy is situated in Budapest and is the unique place for higher music education. Ms. Ildikó Jakab was happy to tell: „This coming season I will be performing four-times at the Hungarian National Opera House, debuting in the The Marriage of Figaro, in role of Barbara.  At her evenings concert she won hearts and acclaimed great success by the domestic and foreigner audience.

The concert master of evening was Mr. István Trejer, violinist, who is the concert master since 1989 at the MÁV Symphonic Orchastra.  After his diploma, as a young artist Mr. Trejer, was called to sign a contract at the Academy of Music and since then he achieved excellent recognitions at many international chamber music competition .  As a soloist , he regularly plays domestically and abroad.

At the end of this awesome opera concert the opera singers, of course the Aussie conductor and other prominent, VIP personals were  invited  to a reception.

Update and snaps Aggie Reiter

7 Sep

DAY1 – AN ISLAND OF BEAUTY AND ENJOYMENT AT THE ZSOLNAY QUARTER – CITY OF PÉCS

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OLD AND NEW AT THE MEDITERREAN CITY OF PÉCS.

You bet there is always something in the air at the City of Pécs.

It is not the second best, but really with its marvellous historical scenes, it is the most beautiful city beside the Capital of Hungary!

Roll over to the City of Pécs and take part, leave your footsteps along the paths, enjoy the extraordinary experience, that the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter has to offer you in the coming days. The City of Pécs lays in Baranya County, south from Budapest, just a few kms. away from Croatia. A bunch of places to visit: Trade shows, watching films, listening to music programs, not to be missed the outdoor on fire cooked Hungarian specialities, visiting the old and new environment that meets the eye and much more. Absolutely an extraordinary experience to those who come for a day or relegated to an event or spend several days in this unique heritage filled with glorious beauty in-and-outside surroundings at the Zsolnay Quarter.

The cultural heritage evening was opened and greeted the audience by the Mr. István Márta, Director of the Zsolnay Culture Quarter by offering the spectacular programs throughout September, 7-23. 2012. in the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter. The major of Pécs Mr. Zsolt Páva welcomed the people by saying:“The main motto of these upcoming days is to feel at home wherever you came from by introducing our intellectual and built heritage.” The sponsors representatives from the OTP Bank and the E-on also greeted the audience and wished them a marvellous time spending during the following day’s programs at the Heritage Days.

Heritage Festival – Pécs Days – According to the Pécs’s traditions, the focal point is the showing their cultural heritage. Many open-air events will take place during the period of September, 7-23. within and outside of the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter.

Upon arrival to the Zsolnay Quarter, along the walking path, it just couldn’t have been not noticed, John Lennon’s resting glasses on the green field. A poster was placed into one of the empty glasses to bring the attention to the “Art of John Lennon” exhibition to be seen outside, close to the main square of Pécs at the House of Arts and Literature. The exhibition comes up with drawings, snaps lended by Cynthia Lennon and Yoko Ono. Also a continuosly rolling movie showing the lifeline of The Beatles and John Lennon. The exhibition is open until September, 26.2012. If there is a chance to go and see, it surely is a visit to be worthwhile. Will absolutely show and bring the feelings of the pop-of-the-pops from the mid ’60s to the ’70s!

On the first day at the Ginkgo Square, the noise of knocking hammers , drilling and other sounds brought the attention to the people strolling along the area. The Guixot De 8 (Catalan playhouse) statues were being prepared. At the end, the venue was filled with functioning surreal street games for the little children, but at the scene many adults showed up to take their challenge of getting the objects into operation. No need of batteries or plugs, shooting, balance, buffer … just go on and play.  The company’s 2 members were at the scene who were responsible for assembling and dismantling the objects. They were there to give a  helping hand in showing the proper functioning and serve the necessary explanations on the operation. No matter come rain or shine, day or night, these out-door games are fun to rediscover, examine your sence to play and your quicky abilities. As I was told, they just arrived from Ljubljana, after leaving Pécs, staying in Barcelona for just a couple of days, then off again heading to Bruxelles to another open-air exhibition. This is their 2nd appearance here in Hungary. Two years ago they were at the “Sziget” festival  in  Budapest.

Small stands offered a variety of  the locals artistic hand works.

At the open-air stage the first evening rolled the show of concerts. On the festival’s opening tonight, at the open-air stage the “curtains were rolled-up” by the French Fantazio group, a real showman performance was to be seen connected with their unique sound and beat. After a short break the Quimby pronounce: “QueenBee” surely took the hook and the audience sang along and started to dance. Quimby doesn’t not need to be introduced to the Hungarians. They are one of the most popular bands of over two decades. During their career they issued nine albums. Here’s alittle peak: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SvMeEQQ_wc

Many… many venues to visit. Here just mentioning a few options, but there is dozen-and-dozen of places that offers excellent entertainment and a full day of experience at the Island of the Zsolnay Quarter.

Update and snaps Aggie Reiter

6 Sep

ANOTHER HERALD NEWS TO THE SWEET DAYS … NOMINATION FOR THE CHERRY QUEEN CROWN

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Two weeks .. Fourteen Days to come for the Sweet Days in Budapest !

There will be a bunch of programs for small children and adults of any age. The scene is the same as last year’s where the Sweet Days were. Up on the Buda hilly side, in the garden and yard area of the Buda Castle. It is one of the best places to visit, also one of the most beautiful panoramas in Europe.  Having a  glance upon the River Danube and to see the historical buildings, that tells the stories in your tourist guide-book or any tour  guide, but if your lucky enough your local Mate will update you on the backgrounds that meet your eyes.

Just a reminder of the couple of programs to attend, see previous update at:

https://rollinginbudapest.com/2012/09/05/sweet-days-are-here-again-in-budapest/

Now, I wish to draw the attention to a sophisticated arrangements which is new this this coming Sweet Days. The organizers decided that the tradition of the Hungarian chocolates have had a great past and  today in 2012 they wish to raise to fame by glory with chosing a crowed Queen to continuously represent  the   Bonbenetti  Brand – the Hungarian famous and mouthwatering  Cherry Chocolate. Now, within the chocolate this ain’t an ordinary cherry. It is a sour cherry soaked in brandy  and then coated with bitter chocolate. Some are craftsman’s confectionery and some are mechanically manufactured.  I am absolutely sure those foreigners visiting Hungary who once had the chance to taste it, will never forget the enjoyment  of the Cherry Choco made in Hungary. The alcohol content will not cause any problem, unless eating a whole box (250 grams) of Cherry Chocos’.

Alright, back to the future … upon invitation, participated at the press announcement and introduction of the 8 ladies to have been nominated in the competition to be chosen as a representative of the Hungarian Cherry Chocolate, at the Hotel Hilton, Budapest.  The “Bonbonetti Group” chocolate representatives, and other invited guests  held the press conference.  The floor was open by Mr. Sándor Sánta, Bonbonetti Group CEO, President of the Association of the Hungarian Confectionery speaking aboutthe forthcoming Sweets Days (can be read below),  Mr. George Füleky, main organizer of the Sweet Days Budapest,  Ms. Sylvia Magony, Eventure production – main organizer of  the  Miss Cherry Queen, Ms. Martha Makány, Fashion Designer, Ms. Agnes Dobó, Miss World Hungary 2010. The 8 ladies were also present. Their age was between 18 and 28.

From  Thursday, September, 20 there will be an ongoing audience choice for the audience prize. The audience is called to make their own choice by voting to  the most beautiful lady seen on the catwalk and on posters at the “Sweet Days”. The votes can be carried out during Friday, Saturday, September 21-22, at 5 p.m. when the ladies will  be walking through the catwalk wearing  Ms. Márta Makány, disigner’s, Envy Fashion, Freestyler collections. At 6 p.m. they will show up at the stand of the Bonbonetti Group. Sunday, September, 23.  at the day of the “Final Tour”.  At first, the show will go off with daytime wear (Envy Fashion), Second: Sporty wear (Freestyler), Third: casual clothing.
It may sound a bit unusual for a Beauty Queen competition without the “beachwears”, instead they will be showing up in sporties. Nice thought  for a change by the organizers, as they say … beauty comes from inside and not depending on how many string hold the wear.

The ladies will have a full week to participate at several events. From September 8 untill September 23, the ladies will be taken on a joint tour: Sailing on the Lake  Balaton from the port at  Balatonfüred, Sunday Brunch at the Hilton Hotel, Chocolate Master’s course at the Bonbonetti HQs, a fashion show at the Hotel Hilton, Body Art and Spinning programs at the Holmes Place, Selecting Personal fragrance at the Croisette  Le Perfume with Mr. Zsolt Zólyomi purfume guard, dental screening, baking pastries at the Zsolnay Confectionery with  Mr. George Bachmann  pastry master, and also will be at the Bonbonetti Sweet Days booth. 

So sweet lovers get set and go for your favorite sweeties and give a try, taste teh Cherry Chocos’, don’t be afraid to get soaked in brandy… this time it won’t be dangerous and many will just can’t get enough, love it!

This year Germany will be the Guest of Honor, bringing their delights to show the Hungarians their unique products and to give tips at their stand to the visitors to their forthcoming visit to Germany.

 Update and snaps Aggie Reiter

 

5 Sep

“SWEET DAYS” ARE HERE AGAIN IN BUDAPEST

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SWEETS FOR MY SWEET – SUGAR FOR MY HONEY

AND

CHOOOOCOOOLATE!

Thursday, September, 20.

Starting at noontime.

This year it will be held for over 4 days.

Day1:  Will be opening and celebrating the 2nd “Sweet Days” in Budapest, up on the hills at the Buda Castle area.

On this day, beside being the professional day, the public Choco lovers can also pay be visit. On this day the adults visiting the scene can come in by buying a cheaper ticket. According to the last year’s great success, the area and the number of exhibitors will be increased to the double.

For the first time during the “Sweet Days” there will be “Sweet Bus” giving a direct bus transportation back-and-forth on the route from the Adam Clark Square (Buda-side just a few steps from the Chain-bridge) with stops at the Castle Hill, Dózsa Square and the Tunnel route.

The patron of the Sweet Days is Mr. Sándor Sánta, President of the Association of the Hungarian Confectionery Manufacturer.

Last year, the Guest of Honor was Ms. Sarah J. Evans who gladly accepted our invitation and was present with “sweet” lectures at the Sweet Days.
This year we invited to be the Guest of  Honor the not less known in the world of Choco, Mr. Chloé Doutre-Roussel, who is internationally recognized as a popular expert in the land-of-sweets. He already has served many courses, organized conferences, released publications and has created his own brand chocolate. He also runs and is an expert at the Chocolate Department at the Fortnum & Mason in London.

At the “Sweet Days” will not be missing the domestic industry professionals, a showcase on which all major Hungarian chocolate and confectionery manufactory show up, the best traders, as well as the well-known international and domestic brands.

Beside the high standard of professionals  family services will be offered to the visitors. Just mentioning a couple: Toxicological lectures, whereas there will be possibilities to consult  on the spot with members in the dental care, diabetes and listen to nutrition consultants.

During the daytime professional workshops and artisan chocolate truffles basics tutorial courses will be held.
Professional “gurus” presentations can be followed. Options to re-discover, the renowned manufacturers again.

During the afternoon, cosy street jazz music will fulfill the air to entertain the audience at several points at the “Sweet Days” surroundings.

During the evenings, same as in previous year, funk, soul, jazz and the cocktails, champagne and wide selection of wines that also go with the chocolates will surely make the visitors day, I mean evening to get into the mood.

For the first time there will be a Chocolate Sculpture, built by the Callebaut chocolate sculpture building professional team of the National Gallery. Can be seen how the sculpture layers “gets alive” and on the Sunday evening, the 4th day at the end of the “Sweet Days” the visitors may eat bits-and-pieces of the grand statue.
The National Gallery invites families and gathered friends  to pay a visit to the Gallery’s permanent exhibition. With the “Sweet Days” tickets the entry is free of charge. Having chocolates all around you is a great teaser and a challenge not to be left out on the nights for doing “Chocolate Night Shopping”.

LAST, BUT WOULDN’T WISH TO LEAVE BEFORE NOT MENTIONING THE “SWEET DAYS” UNIQUE ATTRACTION FEATURING THE SEMIFINALS AND FINAL TO THE WINNER OF THE COMPETITION NAMED:

MISS CHOCOLATE CHERRY QUEEN 2012.

Roll over to rollinginbudapest to the next update to take place in  introducing, showing the eight ladies strictly selected by the jury going through competitions in order to gain, as the well deserved lady to wear the crown:

“Miss Chocolate Cherry Queen”

Update by Aggie Reiter

4 Sep

NATIONAL GALLOP – FIFTH YEAR AT THE HEREOS’ SQUARE BUDAPEST – MONUMENTAL CULTURE FESTIVAL

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THE NATIONAL GALLOP IS THE MOST OUTSTANDING FESTIVALS  NOT JUST ONLY IN BUDAPEST BUT THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE COUNTRY IS TAKEN AS THE FESTIVES-OF-FESTIVES.

THE NATIONAL GALLOP IS ONE OF, OR I MIGHT NOT BE FAR FROM SAYING,  THE ONE OF THE KIND,  MOST SPECTACULAR GATHERING EVENT OF THE YEAR!

WATCH OUT AND TRY TO MAKE IT!

 Where:

To the biggest Hungarian Equestrian Festival, Heroes’ Square, Budapest on September, 14 -16.

NATIONAL GALLOP RACE – 2012.

Gosh, time surely runs or should I say gallop fast, as you wish. Another year is here again and the Heroes’ Square (I am most sure spending a couple of day at Budapest, the tourist know the roundabouts  very well)  soon will be covered by golden sand, no, no not because of construction works! The environment at the Heroes’ Square will be turned into a racetrack, whereas horse riders will show their best riding skills and not to mention the beauty of their horses.  The festive of massive attraction will on the platform for the arrangements to this year’s 5th occasion to be held the National Gallop. Take this as a herald news and to mark the day in your diary: September 14-16. For tourists who are staying in Budapest and those diplomats, business ladies and gents, all foreigners temporary staying in Budapest to be, to see, beside many attractions, the Hungarian long gone tradition of the Hussars kept alive at the National Gallop Race.

As it was said at to-day’s official  participating towns and villages drawing to the National Gallop Race, held at the Museum of Military History:  “This outstanding event stands for four reasons:  Preserving Traditions, Cultural, Entertainment, Uniting Collaboration.

It ain’t easy when, just like in any country which  has a bit of a lack of economics feed, then the culture often gets cut and it suffers, but we all are aware of these symptoms, and thanks to our sponsor whom recognized the important of the patriot race gave their support. By these aids the organisers wish to continue, keep alive the Hungarian Hussar traditions by holding the National Gallop event. As many history lovers may know and for those just getting into it,  the hussar tradition is a huge chapter of the country’s history ever since the XVIth century, the time of the Hungarian  Renaissance. Yes indeed, this is just one of the “Hungaricum” to be worthwhile to show the tourist,  foreigners temporary living, working in Hungary, but to show the world Hungary was not only famous of its well-know breeds of  its kind, but of its grand horse riders as well.

The Heroes’ Square by itself  represents a long time past history of the Hungarian statehood. The Square holds an awesome visual environment showing the horse statue, also up high  the angel monument prophesied by King St. Stephen, furthermore the standing proudly “Seven Chiefs” historic kings and heroes.

In between the qualifying rounds, there will be outstanding programs to be seen: hussars, outlaws, dressage demonstration,  the Mayors carriage driving competition, actors  racing, dames horse riding,  the Little Hussar gallop, the Chariot Gallop, Celebrity Charity Race and there will be Cart Pushing Competition, but need not have to worry of  getting Hungry in between. The Hungarian kitchen won’t be missing on the spot with spicy and non-spicy dishes and drinks  to comfort  the visitors needs. May known or not yet: Hungary, drinks its own wine, their Palinka, eats its traditional Hungarian food, sweets … do you wish more, then have to visit the National Gallop and you name it what was the best in taste within every senses of yours.

Looking ahead into the future Mr. Vilmos  Lázár, the Hungarian Horse Association and President of the National Gallop, emphasized they are looking to the future expansion of equestrian competition, involving foreign countries as to represent their city and join the Gallop Festival  here in Budapest. Mr. Lázár was happy to say, this year for the first time from the other side of the border, Transylvania also joined the Race. He continued: “In this spirit,  with pleasure wish the presence of other foreign countries in the future to participate at the National Gallop races”

Last year, I recognized from my update readers, many came and spent their holidays in Budapest, connected to the arrangements of the National Gallop. Hope this year many will find their delight anf pleasure at this event.

I am sure, I am not on my own saying, those folks who will not be at  the Hereos’ Square between 14-16 of September will miss much and will not be able to see, another event like this, will have to wait for 365 days to be present at such a superb race.

So the Race is On, but you don’t have to race,  the National Gallop Race is free of charge!

 Only for the grandstand tickets must be purchased  through:  info@tex.hu
+36 30 303 0999

Update and snaps Aggie Reite

2 Sep

ARI KUPSUS GALLERY’S UPCOMING EXHIBITION AT THE CASTLE ISZKASZENTGYÖRGY!

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You  are cordially invite  to the Exhibition Opening of works by

Mr. Zoltán Z. Szabó

at

Amadé-Bajzáth-Pappenheim

CASTLE AT ISZKASZENTGYÖRGY

September, 5. 2012  –  6 p.m.

The exhibition will be on view till September, 30, 2012.

 

The first Artists’ Camp organized by Mr. Ari Kupsus was set-up at the historical Amadé-Bajzáth-Pappenheim castle which stands in the picturesque village of Iszkaszentgyörgy. The village of 1,800 inhabitants is located next to Székesfehérvár, at the foot of Iszka Hill which is part of the Bakony mountains. The area has been inhabited for many centuries and was first mentioned in documents in 1193. There were three villages on its area in the Middle Ages: Iszka, Szentgyörgy and Atya. Since 1590 the area has been called Iszkaszentgyörgy (Saint George of Iszka). A legend is attached to the name Szentgyörgy: Saint George defeated the dragon which terrorized the region at the road to Fehérvár. The village is rich in historic relics. Besides agriculture and forestry, handicraft also flourished. There area is also well known for its wines.

The Amadé-Bajzáth-Pappenheim castle was first mentioned in documents in 1735. The first part of the castle complex was built up the same year by the Amadé-family. The visit to the castle and its parks is a journey in the history of art, including all styles from Baroque to the neo-Baroque of the early 20th century. Other spectular sights of the village are the Calvinist and Roman Catholic churches.

It is  believed that this historical building together with the romantic remnants of its formerly glorious English and French baroque gardens inspire artists. The camp offers a great opportunity to work and enjoy the beautiful Hungarian landscape and create arts  together with international artists from all over Europe.

From these donated works some will be donated in turn to the village of Iszkaszentgyörgy to create a special contemporary art collection for the inhabitants of the village.

This exhibition opening will be part of the celebrations of inauguration of the Finnish museum opened by H.E. President of Republic of Finland, Mr Sauli Niinistö  on the same day at 4 p.m.

The exhibition opening will be followed by the contemporary dance show in the garden of the castle, choreography by Ms. Rita Gobi  with her dance group.

 

Z. Szabó Zoltán: Time Wheel, 90x120cm oil on canvas, 2012.

 

The AriKupsus Gallery – Art & Antique

 District VIII.  23/b. Bródy Sándor Street  –  Budapest  

  +36-20-322 0334

ari@arikupsusgallery.com, www.arikupsusgallery.com
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                                                           Update: Aggie Reiter

1 Sep

FOURTH YEAR OF THE “POZSONYI PICNIC FESTIVAL” – BUDAPEST

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A DAY AT THE  POZSONYI –  PICNIC – FESTIVAL

Was a superb day for Family to gather and long non seen friends to meet. The small and young children had their “wonderday at wonderland” with playground and stages where they could throw pillows at each other and enjoying the flying red color feathers, which probably was their  joyful and the best day of the year.  The kids had different art tables,  making their own little jewelry and art designs. Sweets for sweet lovers and booze were just within the distance of their fingertips. The street was so crowed that even if you had a small size foot you could hardly find the place to land it. The weather was just perfect, a non sweating one. Short rain did not disturb the awesome performances. Luckily, the rain as it burst, in flew away shortly.

ART AND DESIGN FOR ALL!

On the road of Pozsonyi, the Museum of Applied Arts participated and also drawn attention to the museum’s  special exhibition, history of the Victoria and Albert Museum, the world’s leading museum of art and design, by giving an overview of the objects of the Victorian age and of the earliest pieces in the museum. This unique exhibition can only be seen until September the 16th so there is still 2 weeks ahead if it would not wished to be missed. Another interesting exhibition can be seen until the end of September: Art Deco and the Modernism, which covers the interior design in Hungary from 1920 up to 194. http://www.imm.hu/hu/contents/inenglish

THE HOUSE OF SPINOZA

4-in-1

Restaurant, Theater, Gallery, Appartement, which simple means you can have your brekky in the morning,  relax  as the sun goes down by having a seat at the theater and just head for your rest at night afterwards in the appartement.

The House of Spinoza also participated at the Budapest’s Pozsonyi Picnic Day. Brought leaflets to the scene to introduce the month of September’s cultural programs.

Next update to be marked in your diary:

September, 5-22. 2012.

10th Spinoza Jewish Festival.

Manly, the performances are in Hungarian language, but there are also musicals that really does not need any Hungarian language knowledge to be understood, just as the „Psalms of David” – Thursday, 7 p.m. September, 6. – at the  „Uránia” Cinema. together with the SabbathSong Klezmer Band.

To-day in the early afternoon hours a shorty performance was given by  Mr. Zoltán Nauman, as an appetizer to be seen of the musical melodrama ”Jentl”. The performance  was welcomed and enjoyed  by the huge audience at the Spinoza stand. Ms. Barbara Streisand played the original role  and sang those remarkable songs. Here in Budapest Ms. Judit Klein will bring “Jentl” alive on the stage at the House of Spinoza – Thursday, 7 p.m., September, 6.

“Klezmer Concert” on the occasion of Rosh Hashana – Friday, 7 p.m. , September 7.

“At the end of the World, turn left” israeli film, with Hungarian subtitles, Saturday, 3 p.m., September 8. The film will be shown at the “Uránia” Cinema.

“Dávid Klezmer Quintet and Ms. Judit Klein” – Friday, 7 p.m., September 14.  Ensemble mixes traditional Jewish music, all with the mixture of  sence of humor.

“Frida” – Saturday, 7 p.m., September 15. – musical play of the tragical life of Frida Kahlo, the Mexican painter, with Hungarian-Jewish-Spanish-Indian roots.

“Kohncerto” – New Year concert by a female amateur choir. Beside the evergreens, Jewish-Yiddish songs will be presented, Sunday, 3 p.m. , September 16.

“Gershwin Show” – Thursday, 7 p.m., September, 20. Biographic show,  hundred of film fragments.

The theater at the House of Spinoza is 70 seated, therefore it is worthwhile to make reservations, but the best way to ensure your seat, is to purchase your ticket as soon as possible, cause they will run out soon. The Spinoza House can be approach at the old Jewish quarter, with just a couple of steps to have a tour to the three neighborhood synagogues.

District VII. –  15, Dob Str. Budapest

For theater lovers, call for tickets and reservation:

phone: +36 1 413 7488

Late afternoon, the awaited performance given by the actors and actresses from the “Víg” Theater stepped on stage with “The Fiddle on the Roof”, known by almost everybody being at the scene. Here is a shorty video of the performance:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Dl1CLHdna4&feature=plcp

The Radnóti theater artists, musical and opera singers ensured the audience of the rolling good times. 

A great act was to greet with 100 balloons, underneath the balcony of  the 100 years old Mrs. Radnóti, at the Pozsonyi Rd. She didn’t step out, but her window and door was open and most probably heard  the greeting words said by Mr. András Bálint, Director of the Radnóti Theater. Mrs. Radnóti lives for decades in the same flat and she is  the widow of  Mr. Miklós Radnóti (1909-1944), a Hungarian Jew and a fierce anti-fascist, the greatest Hungarian poet of the Holocaust. His poetry mingles avant-garde and expressionist themes with a new classical style.

Update, video, snaps Aggie Reiter

31 Aug

HERALD NEWS! 12 DAYS TO THE UPCOMING LARGEST WINE FESTIVAL IN BUDAPEST

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Programme for Hungary’s largest wine cultural event!

Youngsters, wine-lovers – Focus on the Young at the 21st  Buda Castle Wine Festival.

A new generation of wine makers has come of age. They are young, good-looking, talented and resolute, and want to show why their work is receiving such praise. This is the main reason why this year the Buda Castle Wine Festival is placing young wine makers in the limelight.

This year’s Buda Castle Wine Festival…

… is featuring young wine makers. The second generation has come of age. Perhaps … they know everything about grape, wine and those little family secrets. Some of them must have received the key to the big cellar from their parents. Everybody is watching them. Now it is their turn to show what wines they can make. One cannot ignore fashion and the latest trends, but our young wine makers set about refreshing the formula with both feeling and cautiousness. Their wines are up-to-date, but the tastes of tradition still dominate in them as in the wines of their ancestors. At this year’s Buda Castle Wine Festival, wine lovers can learn what the young do a bit differently. The presence of a young winemaker will be indicated by an unmistakable logo on the wooden stands.  And what is more: Junibor, the Association of Young winemaker, will be the guest of the Buda Castle Wine Festival this year.

Next to the Hungarian Radio stage in the Lion Courtyard, visitors will be entertained by 28 well-known young wine makers from 10 wine regions of Hungary, who are all equally devoted to making high-quality wines, and will keep pouring good wines into glasses both in turns and together.

… Hangoló – in  English “Tuner” – the world music concert of the Wine Festival is also the opening program. On 7, September, in the MOM Cultural Center, the unique Hungarian Heart Beats program presents the musical and cultural diversity that continues to flourish in Hungary on the basis of the traditions of the dance house movement. This exceptional show achieved great international success at the WOMEX World Music Expo in Copenhagen in 2011. The central role will be played by the “cimbalom”, reviving traditional Roma melodies and peasant music. As a counterpoint, whirling Southern Slav music with its asymmetrical rhythm and exciting duo of electric guitar and recorder will dazzle the audience.

… Croatia will be the Guest of Honour. It is widely known that nearly half of the wine makers of Croatia do not sell their wines, but rather only produce for their own consumption, which is also referred to in an old saying: “A man from Zagorje never sells his wine – it is rather drunk by his friends”.

Therefore, many wines that are traded are still relatively unknown outside Croatia. Hungarian wine lovers can now familiarise themselves with these hidden treasures. In addition to wines, the gastronomy and culture of Croatia will also be presented.

… Wine University again. On 10th of September, the Monday preceding the Festival, young wine makers will hold exciting presentations in a friendly atmosphere. Mr. Tibor Gál and Mr. Csaba Sebestyén will talk about the Bull’s Blood and Eger Star of the 21st century. Ms. Andrea Gere and Mr. Tomi Hernyák will launch a debate on where everything is decided: at the vineyard or on Facebook? Ms. Angelika Árvay and Mr. Endre Demeter will have a discussion about our sweet enemy, Tokaji wine. On Tuesday, 11, September, Croatia will introduce itself: with the help of history and culture, both wine makers and wines will provide visitors with a comprehensive picture of Croatia’s viniculture.

… all five days are about culture.Loads of world music, folk music and jazz. On the first day, the stage will be taken by the Csík Band, as well as György Ferenczi and the Rackajam, and VivatBacchus will sing. On Thursday, the Cimbaliband and Besh o droM and the usual, unforgettable concert by Ghymes will entertain wine-drinkers. Friday is to be an exciting world music day: the tunes of the Etnofon Musical Ensemble, Fabula Rasa, the Kerekes Band and Mr. Zoltán Orosz will serve as pleasant background music.

Traditionally, Saturday is the day of the Folk Music and Folk Dance Gala. The day will start with a jazzy upbeat, when the 19 members of the European Jazz Orchestra from 17 nations will play their instruments for the first time in Hungary. The main attraction of the day will be the Harvest Procession. Representing a real site and a festive mood; recalling the harvest celebrations of older times. The procession will consist of folk dance and cultural heritage groups in their unique folk costumes arriving from the various wine regions, representatives of Hungary’s wine regions, as well as members of their wine orders and associations of wine lovers. On reaching the Wine Festival stage, the participants in the procession will pass on the main role to folk dancers. The show from seven folk dance groups will be made unforgettable by the well-known Puppies “Kutyakölykök”, and the day will be closed by Mr. István Pál Szalonna and his band.

A new development in the rich program of the Wine Festival is that Hungarian Jazz Day will be held in cooperation with the Hungarian Jazz Federation on the closing day, with Monamoand Guests and the Budapest Bossanova Quintet, while we will remember Jaco Pastorius at the Bass Guitar Celebration. The closing event of this year’s Buda Castle Wine Festival will end with the show from the Ricardo Salsa Club.

…quality gastronomy on top form for all. Thanks to the Guest of Honour, visitors’ summer memories of Croatia will be brought to life at the musical island of the Festival, where the typical ingredients and dishes of the regions will be served. For five days, visitors will be tempted by freshly sliced Dalmatian ham and the emblematic dishes of Southern Slav cuisine. Just a step away, accompanying light Croatian wines will make fish and all good snacks go down nicely: pljeskavica with Malvasia and many other tastes are there to be discovered by adventure-hungry visitors.

… we’d better look out as any one could be struck by BorÁmor’s (WineCupid) arrow. Those who are looking for a well-mannered wine-loving partner, but feel as if “I am taken” is written on their foreheads, should register with BorÁmor on the Buda Castle Wine Festival website. Every day, with kind, determined, but with moderation and good wines, more daring ladies and gentlemen will have the chance to participate in this game in the VIP tent of the Wine Festival. Ten women, ten men, three minutes of conversation, then change and change again. Three minutes are just enough to light a spark. Those who are averse to this direct way of getting acquainted with others can simply ask for a BorÁmor badge at the Koldus kapu “Beggar’s Gate” stand, in this way discreetly indicating to other lonely people that they are looking for a partner.

For the 14th time this year, the Charity Wine Auction will provide good proof of how those in need are important to successful members of society, namely the successful entrepreneurs in the grape and wine sector. The amount raised at this year’s Wine Auction will be used by the Hungarian Maltese Charity Service for eye tests and buying glasses for poor children to enable them to see the blackboard and perhaps also view the world in a different light.

Innumerable programs and services make wine drinking even more pleasant.

Arts and Crafts Fair with the participation of the Federation of Folk Art Associations. In Szent György utca (Saint  György Str.) on the way to the Wine Festival, folk artists present visitors to the Wine Festival with their trades and the ways of preparing items for use that are mainly related to wine making.

Families with small children are also ensured good entertainment and relaxation at the Wine Festival. Everyday, museum educators provide quality entertainment to children free of charge in the Children’s Area of the Hungarian National Gallery. On Saturday and Sunday, next to the stage, using classical children’s hobby techniques, kids can make fridge magnets and clay items and also try many hobby tools, thanks to “Kreatív Hobby”.

ACE Telecom will provide free Internet at the Wine Festival this year as well. This service not only makes it possible to keep in touch with friends and share experiences, but also permits the specific use of smart phones. The application contains the Wine Festival map, the data and contact details of exhibiting wine makers, the stage programs, information on performing artists and groups, recommended wine tours, as well as important information of public interest and other useful information.

Through the cork collection campaign that was such a great success last year, a lot of corks were collected. It was not enough for recycling, but the children in 16 kindergartens could prepare many toys using them. Those who bring their collected corks this year will also receive a gift and take part in a draw.

The Festival Restaurants introduce themselves. 17 of the best restaurants in Budapest will prepare 5-course menus on 7-17 September. Each course will represent the style of the chef who created it, and a carefully selected wine will be a perfect complement to each course. Table Free Budapest makes table reservation simple.

The main sponsor of the event is SPAR  Magyarország  Kereskedelmi Kft.

Don’t forget to make a note in your diary:

“BudaCastle Wine Festival with friends on 12-16 September”.

Opening hours:

12-13 September (Wednesday – Thursday): 14.00–23.00;

14 September (Friday): 12.00–23.00;

15-16 September (Saturday – Sunday): 10.00–23.00

One-day pass: HUF 2700

Five-daypass: HUF 7500

Source from: www.aborfesztival.hu

Update Aggie Reiter

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