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12 Apr

Biographical Drama – The Life of Amy Winehouse – April, 11. Budapest Cinema.

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Below sharing Wikipedia free encyclopedia … “Back to Black is a 2024 biographical drama film based on the life of British singer-songwriter Amy Winehouse, played by Marisa Abela. Directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson and written by Matt Greenhalgh, the film also stars Jack O’Connell, Eddie Marsan, and Lesley Manville.Following the death of Winehouse in 2011, several filmmakers attempted to create biopic projects but none of them progressed. In 2018, Winehouse’s estate announced they had signed a deal for a film about her life and career. By July 2022, StudioCanal moved forward with production, and filming took place in London from January to April 2023. The film was released theatrically by StudioCanal in Australia on 11 April 2024, and was released in the United Kingdom on 12 April 2024.”

Amy Winehouse was undoubtedly one of the most important artists and singers of our time. Unfortunetaly, her life has been stolen away by her addictions.

She has sold more than 30 million records worldwide and is still listened to by 18 million people/ month almost 13 years after her death. The film is about the inspiration and inspiration of her second and final studio album, Back to Black, and strives to show the flesh-and-blood woman behind this glittering but tragic phenomenon.

About the casting … Must highlight Marisa Abela’s performance which is by far the strongest aspect of the film, and not just because she bears an eerie resemblance to the six-time Grammy Award-winning singer. The body language, manicures and distinctive facial mimicry are also right.  Yes thr makeup  artists also deserve credit – although the energy of the actress, radiating warmth and empathy, reflects Amy’s lovable, positive side. Marisa also sings on Back to Black, and not just anyhow!

The role and responsibility of Blake Fielder-Civil, Winehouse’s ex-husband and antagonist of the film, is a hotly discussed topic of debate regarding the singer’s tragic fate. He was the one  to introduce her to the world of hard drugs despite she had alreadyearlier  struggled with alcohol problems, bulimia, and emotional instability before they met. Blake may be antipathetic in the film. H was th one who inspired the album and Winehouse mentions his name several times in her lyrics. The film well portrays the relationship between two toxic, emotionally damaged and drug-addicted young people.

If you’re an Amy Winehouse fan and would like to watch the movie and listen to her songs, don’t miss it and spend 2 hours with Amy.

The viewer’s emotions are  absolutely worked by the film, that’s for sure!

Riport by Aggie Reiter

10 Apr

39th Telekom Vivicittá Spring Half Marathon @ Budapest 2024.

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Telekom Vivicittá is the first and most popular spring running festival in Hungary.

Next Weekend …  go on and put power in every step you make!

Saturday – April, 20 – Sunday April, 21.

DISCOVER BUDAPEST BY RUNNING … The Vivicitta Spring Half Marathon (Budapest Spring Half Marathon) held a media gathering  in themoring hours at the Tribe Budapest Stadium Hotel Skybar informing the shorting coming running 2-day long event. On Sunday may choose between a half marathon (21 km), a Vivicitta (10 km) while on Saturday the focus is on shorter distances (for example Midicitta 7 km) for the less experienced runners. The distance is essentially a sightseeing run. Running across several bridges over the Danube, admire the view of Buda Castle from the River Danube bank, the panorama of Pest and the building of Europe’s third largest parliament.

Overall a true running atmosphere awaiting thousands of people to be apart in one of the Telekom Vivicittá races every year. In 2023, over the course of a weekend, nearly 20,000 individuals participated in various distances. Participants not only enjoy a sense of community but also serve a good cause. On Saturday, the festival races kick off, marking the largest springtime recreational sports event. On Sunday, the participants in the half marathon start first, followed by the 10-kilometer race in the afternoon. The  race is met with increasing anticipation year-after-year, captivating not only Hungary’s but also Europe’s running community, with participants from abroad nearly 100 countries. The event is also a colorful running celebration where everyone can find challenges and activities to suit their preferences.

“For Budapest, in addition to the honorable role of host, this event is also important,
because 2 urban Telekom Vivicittá debuted last year within the framework of the Budapest 150 program series The tour is popular again this year: the 8 and 15 km city walk is expected to take more than 500
its participant touches Buda between Budapest world-famous panorama and buildings, Óbuda and Pest”
emphasized Anett Bősz – Deputy Mayor for Human Resources.

According to the main organizer of the event and the Budapest Sports Office (BSI) – Árpád Kocsis – Head of Office told that based on preliminary entries, this year the number of participants promises to be extremely high. Q.: “The most popular leisure sport event of the spring is Vivicitta with over 20,000 participants over the two days. Entries have been received from nearly 1000 Hungarian settlements, about 2000 foreign runners from 100 countries  arriving to the running event. This number is already well close to pre-COVID international attendee figures. Last year’s 15 and 8 km City Tours are popular again, the number of pre-entrants has reached 500, and the expected nice weather may encourage many more people to start running, even for whom running is not their favorite form of exercise.”

Running enthusiasts will welcome spring, Budapest and the racing season with joint movement again this year, and this time their results will also be on the front page.

On Saturday, April, 20. the 39th will start the Telekom Vivicittá @ Margaret Island. 

also pointed out: “The  BSI is one of the largest event organizers in the country, and has been running it for 39 years, the most prestigious recreational sports events. One hundred thousand people this year  expected. This year, too, we would like to recognize the performance of the entrants in a personalized person made of their run with a gift accompanied by the acceptance of a declaration of consent.”

This year aswell,  would like to recognize the performance of the entrants in a personalized person made of their run, which they may receive upon acceptance of a declaration of consent. All distances based on images taken during running and extracted athlete data by AI a generated article will be created about them on the website of National Sport, which you can share with anyone if you wish.” said by Zoltán Pereszlényi, Magyar Telekom’s commercial Deputy CEO.

As in previous years, Suhanj! Foundation support the Suhanj! Fitness will continue to allow the joy of movement together for people with disabilities.

Overall was gathered some highlights to this In an impressive setting with a wonderful environment, and amidst a true running atmosphere, thousands of people choose one of the Telekom Vivicittá races every year. In 2023, over the course of a weekend, nearly 20,000 individuals participated in various distances. Participants not only enjoy a sense of community but also serve a good cause. On Saturday, the festival races kick off, marking the largest springtime recreational sports event. On Sunday, the participants in the half marathon start first, followed by the 10-kilometer race in the afternoon. The event is met with increasing anticipation year- after-year, captivating not only Hungary’s but also Europe’s running community, with participants from nearly 100 countries.

Budapest, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and rich architectural and historical heritage, presents a distinctive blend of diverse cultural influences, exquisite cuisine, and a broad range of leisure activities. The majestic Danube River divides the city into two parts: Buda, characterized by its verdant hills, serene and elegant neighborhoods, and a romantic atmosphere; and Pest, a flat and expansive area now transformed into a dynamic cultural hub, while still reflecting the city’s industrial and working-class roots. A visit to Budapest would be incomplete without exploring its iconic landmarks, including the Castle District, Matthias Church, the Chain Bridge, the Jewish Quarter, St. Stephen’s Basilica, the Parliament, Heroes’ Square, and  in the meantime whilst here in Budapest  enjoy after the marathon the historic thermal  spas on the Buda and the Pest side of the Capital. 

Diversity stands out as Budapest’s most prominent feature, evident in its geography, culture, and the globally acclaimed Hungarian cuisine. Positioned at the crossroads of overlapping cultural regions and power interests, Budapest reflects influences from Roman, Ottoman Turkish, Slavic, Jewish, and Viennese cultures.

The registration is open for the Vivicitta Spring Half Marathon 2024. https://entry.runinbudapest.com/registration

18 Mar

David Helfgott Shined In Budapest 2024

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David Helfgott only gives a few solo concerts thoughout a year. This time he came to Budapest for the fourth time as a guest at the Grand Synagogue on the Dohany Street. The “Shine Budapest!” concert was held on Sunday, March,17. 2024 at 6 p.m. with around 4000 or more people on the spot. The music of Helfgott pianists lovers fully filled the Synagogue.

It was a breath-take-away Concert! He bound on stage like an excited child … chatting incessantly to himself … or could it be to the higher beings above!?! He was wearing a turquoise satin shirt (a Cossack dancer probably wear.) Its sheen reflects his enthusiasm. A few times looked to his right to see his audience beyond the glare of the spotlight. Assume his “Thumbs up!” is his trade mark I guess. He grins, exuding sheer joy. Then he sits at the Steinway and begins to play. Eyes open, we see a man who embraces not only the music, but the audience. He chatters nonstop, incorporates his version of singing along with the music. He is clearly having the time of his life. He sits upright. Then his back is hunched as he leans over, his face almost touching the keys. At the end of each musical piece, he jumps to his feet, grins broadly and bows hyperactively as he effusively thanks his audience. “Thumbs up!” again. He does not speak inbetween pieces. Not in the normal accepted sense. But there is no shortage of communication, albeit the language is somewhat different. There is such generosity of spirit and emotion on display. Everyone in the audience senses it. Men wearing suits, jeans and tattoos; ladies in stilettos, boots and sneakers; wide-eyed youngsters. We were hypnotized by the spell of Helfgott magnificant pianist and making him also so happy on this special night in Budapest.

Two hours later, after a standing ovation, streamers, the audience demanded the encore with minutes of standing ovation, then we witness and sharpen our ears to the Sword Dance (Khachaturian).

Riport and snaps by Aggie Reiter

12 Mar

Australian pianist – David Helfgott Concert “Shine” @ Budapest.

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Dohány Street Synagogue
Sunday – 6 p.m. – March,17. 2024.

Herald News … How about to spend an evening where musical fesco in which romance and pasion unite together with returning of the world-renowned Australian pianist, David Helfgott to the Capital of Hungary, where else than @ the Dohány Street Synagogue.

With his unparalleled talent and captivating performance style, Helfgott has left memorable
footprints on numerous international stages. The brilliance of piano artistry will shine offering the audience an uplifting experience of brilliant piano playing for all age to the audience.

The evening will be centered around exceptional, immortal masterpieces such as Chopin’s intimate and profoundly emotional “Ballade No. 1 in G Minor” and the eternally relevant “Ballade No. 4 in F Minor,” guaranteed to stir passion and soul. Through Liszt Ferenc’s awe-inspiring creation, “Ballade No. 2 in B Minor,” we gain insight into the pinnacle of piano artistry. The etude “Un Sospiro” evokes the dazzle of love. Beethoven’s unforgettable, iconic “Appassionata,” his 23rd sonata, will resonate within the walls of the Synagogue, alongside Mendelssohn’s exceptional piece “Rondo Capriccioso.”Addinsell’s magnificent “Warsaw Concerto” evokespaints a intertwine, while Chopin’s “Op.24 in A Minor” etude, the “WinterWind” sweeps in like a true snowstorm, ushering piano imagery into spring. The power of art lives within the piano notes and in the depths only understood through the language of music.

About David Helfgott … Based on his life story, the biographical drama “Shine” received 7 Oscar nominations. Geoffrey Rush, who portrayed David Helfgott, won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor! In 1996, the international release of the Oscar-winning film “Shine” brought renewed attention. As a result, Helfgott’s performance of Rachmaninoff’s Third Piano Concerto became the best-selling record of the period in Australia, the UK, and the United States. In October of that year, David Helfgott made history with four consecutive sold-out concerts at the Sydney Opera House. He then embarked on a worldwide tour, performing in numerous cities in the USA and Canada, including the Hollywood Bowl and Carnegie Hall, before returning to London’s Royal Albert Hall. Since then, Helfgott has been regularly touring worldwide, appearing at the Beijing Music Festival, Vienna’s Musikverein, Copenhagen’s Tivoli Koncerthall, London’s Barbican Centre, Austria’s Erl Festival Hall, and frequently performing at the Sydney Opera House.

Born in Melbourne, he demonstrated exceptional piano talent as a child, winner in the state finals of the ABC Instrumental and Vocal Competition six times. At the age 17, he began studying with Alice Carrard, a student of Bartók and István Thomán, Liszt’s pupil. Two years later, he traveled to London to study at the Royal College of Music under Cyril Smith’s guidance. Smith, with 25 years of teaching experience, considered Helfgott the most brilliant student and likened him to Horowitz in both technical skill and temperament. During his time in London, he won several awards, including the Dannreuther Prize for the performance in a competition concert, for his rendition of Rachmaninoff’s Third Piano Concerto. While facing increasing emotional instability and mental agitation towards the end of his stay in London, the 1970s marked a period of frequent hospitalizations. He returned to the concert stage in the 1980s. He then embarked on a worldwide tour, performing in numerous cities in the USA and Canada, including the Hollywood Bowl and Carnegie Hall, before returning to London’s Royal Albert Hall. Since then, Helfgott has been regularly touring worldwide, appearing at the Beijing Music Festival, Vienna’s Musikverein, Copenhagen’s Tivoli Koncerthall, London’s Barbican Centre, Austria’s Erl Festival Hall, Sydney Opera House.

Organizer’s kind request is to the visitors must adhere to Jewish religious regulations during the concert. Men are required to enter and stay with covered heads. Most probably because the weather is still in the mood of late wintertime, anyway women should have their shoulders covered upon entry and throughout their stay in the syganogue building.”

The concert is organized by Green Stage Production.

Tickets may be purchased through: eventim.hu/en/tickets/david-helfgott-in-concert-budapest-dohany-utcai-zsinagoga-623678/event.html

Recommendation by Aggie Reiter

8 Mar

Pharmacist of the Year & My Favorite Pharmacy Campaign 2024.

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Since 2011, the National Association of Private Pharmacists, with the cooperation of the Hungarian Pharmaceutical Society, has been announcing awards for pharmacists and pharmacies every year. This year, reached its 14th occasion.

The press gathering was held at one of  Budapest most attractive roof top 7th floor presentation hall at the Aria Hotel – Budapest. Were present Dr. Bálint Mikola – founding president of the National Association of Private Pharmacists, Dr. Antal Samu – Founding President of the Professional Committee of Pharmaceutical Care, Prof. Dr. Gábor Halmos – Managing Director of Nero Solution Ltd. – University Teacher, Dr. El Koulali Zakariás – Vice President of the Hungarian Society of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dr. Lajos Hodossy – Managing Director of Roche Magyarország Ltd.

First speaker was Dr. El Koulali Zakariás – Vice President of the Hungarian Society of Pharmaceutical Sciences, who pointed out that the aging population of the developed world and the problematic above age 65 brings hugh attention to the professionals  with patients taking of 15 pills a day., a real killer. Today there are the number of 3000 pharmacies around Hungary … (taking in mind the number of pharmacies of Hungary which lies  within 93030 square kilometers, and roughly has 9,730,526 inhabitants.)

The aging population of the developed world and the problematic above 65 of age taking a dozen pills/day. The area of Hungary is 93,030 square kilometers, and 9,730,526 people have 3,000 pharmacies. During the presentations Dr. Samu Antal made a remarkable statement that “Not important to live for the age of 90 with struggling pains all over.” The goal is to live healthy without pains and not to “eat” more-and-more  unessesary drugs! Globally, 50% of the drugs are badly taken… causing undesired effects.

Dr. Bálint Mikola told, it is rare to find such a wide-ranging tender, which covers every corner of the country from East-and-West, from micro-regions to specialist care institutions. This definitely encourages the organizers that these applications and applicants should be embraced, presented given a podium, so that we can make these valuable ideas that they have developed into public property. This is especially important today, when we see the struggles of the health care system, therefore if we combine our efforts, we may have opportunity to help improve the situation and patient care. Also emphasized that patient care is burdened. He gave an example of a previous professional visit to Ireland, whereas, the doctor and the pharmacist work closly together, they constantly consult and support guidelines to the family doctor to cure the patient’s health being. Of course, this is achieved by the patient replacing his medication at the same pharmacy. It often happens that he/she takes 15 different medicines/day and because of this, his/her health condition does not improve due to the interaction of the medicines.

Dr. Lajos Hodossy – Managing Director of Roche Hungary highlighting the importance of personalized pharmaceutical care changing benefit of the patient. This would be a huge opportunity in healthcare for patients in Hungary as well, so it would not “poison the patient” with unnecessary side-effect medicines. 

In the “My Favorite Pharmacy” contest, the patients can directly form their opinion on the pharmacy’s work with their vote, which (in contrast to the other award) will qualify the work of the entire pharmacy. By the end of the voting, the pharmacy with the most votes will be the winner and can bear the honorary title of My Favorite Pharmacy. The undisclosed goal of the initiative is to better introduce and recognize pharmaceutical work. Many people probably remember, for example, that during the COVID epidemic, when most health care facilities were forced to close, but at the same pharmacies remained open continuously and, in addition to dispensing preparations, also helped those who came to them with professional advice.

With the “Pharmacist of the Year” award, the organizers goal is to recognize a professional who is not only popular among their patients (laymen), but who can also demonstrate outstanding professional performance, so a professional application that elaborates on one of the 10 possible topics also required. The application is open, all active pharmacists can participate. The applications are judged anonymously by the members of the professional jury, and the award ceremony is to be held at the XXXIV Private Pharmacists National Congress. Members of the professional jury: Dr. Bálint Mikola – Honorary president of the National Association of Private Pharmacists, Prof. dr. Éva Szökő – Public health expert – President of the Hungarian Society of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Prof. dr. Ildikó Csóka – Director General of Strategy at the University of Szeged – Head of Department,  Prof. dr. Gábor Halmos – Deputy dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Debrecen – Head professor, Dr. Antal Samu –  Founder of pharmaceutical care in Hungary.

Partly in the spirit and taking into account the high quality of the projects and the professional interest, the Judging Committee together with the organizers published the updated projects of the previously awarded pharmacists in the form of a separate, printed publication told Prof. Dr. Gábor Halmos – Managing Director of Nero Solution Ltd. – University Teacher.

On the website https://www.evgyogyszeresze.hu/ (Hungarian) everyone can nominate and vote for the pharmacist they think is the best. After summarizing the proposals received, the jury will ask the professionals who receive the most proposals (votes) to submit a professional application, and during this coming Fall will be chosen from among them. There are still 84 days left to vote!

Riport and snap by Aggie Reiter

5 Mar

“PianoForte” – WBD -Debute on HBO Max

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“PIANOFORTE” –  2023 … Polish Documentary/Reality …1 hour 29 minsutes … +13 over age.

About this movie … An intimate overview  about coming-of-age portrait of young pianists participating in the legendary International Chopin Piano Competition which is held every five years in Warsaw, Poland.

The “PIANOFORTE” for the competitors is a unique chance of a lifetime for them. Portrayed from backstage and set to Chopin’s music. There are 160 in the semi-finals, afterwards about 80 then 40 competitors. In the end, only 10 lucky i.e. talented ones make it to the finals. PIANOFORTE follows a colorful group of young musicians from around the world who have been preparing since childhood for this is their once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Young pianists have to deal with tough competition, trying practice, new friendships, dramatic situations and even lamp fever. In the maintime they going through on the verge of becoming adults.

This is director Jakub Piatek’s second feature after his previous film introducing himself with”Prime Time” – 2021. – Sundance Film Festival.

(The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, followed by the European premiere at CPH:DOX. He received the Visions du Reel Award (Audience Award), It’s All True Award (Special Award), Millennium Docs Against Gravity Award (Audience Award, Best Production Award), Młodzi i Film Award (Best Director), Montclair Film Festival award (special award for editing). Nominated for the IDA Award for Best Music Documentary and the MPSE Reel Award for Music Editing. He was also nominated for the Polish Eagle Award, the winners of which will be announced on March 4.)

Overview by Aggie Reiter

4 Mar

Adventure to Tarcal – Pápai Meat Matured in aged 111-year-Old Tokaj Szomorodni Wine.

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Introduce the Pápai Meat Matured in aged 111-year-old Tokaj Szomorodni Wine @ the Count Degenfeld Castle Hotel’s – Winery

(Mind my readers a bit long riport but worthwhile strolling down and maybe to visit Tarcal venue will be on your bucketlist) But to start in the beginning of the headlines … Departure at 8 a.m. from Budapest to the historic wine region of Tokaj. After a 3 hours’ journey we arrived to the heart of the region. The sprinkle of Spring’s moody weather awaited us. We strolled among their famous vineyards also, to understand why there is no surprise, that it has attracted the attention of the greats of the wine world for over 5 centuries. The period style reflected the era of the Monarchy and the tranquillity of nature made one’s heart beat.

Arriving to our destination was welcomed at the Count Degenfeld Castle Hotel @ Tarcal. (Tarcal is a village which lies at the bottom of the mountain on the eastern edge of Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén county, northern Hungary, in the famous Tokaj-Mountain side wine district Hungary’s most famous wine region! The 4-star hotel operates in the middle of a 100-hectare area planted with grapes, in a renovated heritage manor building. (The Estate is one single estate of 150 hectares, which is very rare. Classified First Growth in 1732 by royal decree, it was always the property of influential Hungarian families who took great pride in their vineyard and wines.)

The Pápai Meat has “invented” a truly special product line up called Sonkarikum. The ham masters and their product development team are one of the biggest players in the domestic bacon and ham sector have came up with three special flavors. The meat industry company in cooperation with the Gróf Degenfeld Wine Estate, also produced from its winery’s szamorodni wine in use for aging.

On the occasion to the 111th anniversary of its founding of the Pápai Meat Ltd., has presented a real specialty the limited-edition Sonkarikumok, which will beout in stores just before Easter. These are made from the finest selected ingredients, is aged for exactly 111 days, i.e. words 4 months.

Before the presentation visited the basment and had a taste of rich in taste of the Muscat Blanc Bio 2022, thereafter walked through old to explore in the six hundred years’ old labyrinth.cellars, looked at the old tools in use for winemaking.

Presentation began with “Hungaricum””Hamkarikumok” Pápai Meat Ltd.
Q.: “We also want to celebrate our special anniversary with the Sonkarikums. According to numerology, the number 1 is a symbol of new beginnings and discovery. With our product development, we wanted to reflect the fact that we are a company in the domestic meat industry that is always striving for renewal and looking for new things. – explained Péter Szappanos, managing director of Pápai Meat Ltd., In addition said Q.’“In addition to the Pápai Meat Ltd, according to the latest available survey of Consumer Panel Services, conducted at the end of last year, based on the amount sold, bacon is the largest market player among the brands for processed products, cooked-smoked meats and cooked ham. So who, if we didn’t appear at home with such a truly extraordinary, premium product. The product line comes in three flavors. The specialty in taste made from pork frikando, use a salt mixture and a spicy marinade containing the Tokaji Szamorodni wine. In addition to the characteristic taste and smell of the wine, bay leaves, star anise and mustard seeds give the ham the extraordinary balanced taste. Thanks to the ham master, the end result is a pleasantly smoked, dry-aged ham with the notes of the wine and the spices in use among premium hams. The other two elements in their Sonkarikum product line the exotic ham with black pepper, juniper berries and coriander, matured in mild spices, and the other spices gourmet ham with basil, oregano and thyme.” Last but not least he added Q.: “Highlighting that the food industry, including the meat industry, is going through a marked transformation all over the world. Success requires a new approach, brave decisions, and new products that arouse the curiosity of consumers. And the company took a significant step in this direction with the Sonkarikums”

The food choice habits have changed a lot in recent years, more-and-more,vegan consumers are searching for these products. Pápai Meat Ltd. was the first among the large domestic meat industry companies to start producing vegan meat substitute products, and even since then, vegan meat substitute products are being offered.

Kálmán Tarró – master ham of Pápai Meat Ltd. emphasized Q.: “It is a responsible goal, but at the same time a joyful task to create a legend on Pápai every day. Pápai ham is a symbol of the excellence of Hungarian pig farmers and butchers. In addition to high-quality domestic pork, the tradition of butchery handed down from generation-to-generation had made Pápai a sign of the best ham for Hungarian customers. The hams made at Pápa are matured for a long time and holding to the knowledge trying to preserve and pass on to the next generations, so that they aswell may offer the products with similar pride and joy for times to come.”

Beside other questions was asked to Máté Tóth – managing director of Gróf Degenfeld Vineyard … “How does the Papi Meat and Count Degenfeld came together in this project? “… The explanation was simple by his side … Q.: “Pápai and Count Degenfeld are two historic Hungarian brands. A special ham requires a special aging. We are confident that Count Degenfeld’s sweet Pápai Sonkarikum aged in Szamorodni wine for 111 days will most probably trigger once tasting this unquie flavors and target the consumers taste.”

The Consumer Panel Services confirmed the company’s strategic decision in 2019, focusing on three product areas, ham and bacon, as well as vegan products. Their developments were also aimed in modernizing the production processes associated with them. Since then 23% volume increase in the strategic products. Five years ago, an investment process of more than HUF2 billion. The implementation began with the support of the Economic Development and Innovation Operative Program (GINOP). As a result, 26 types of new machines were put into operation, which was also a significant advance in the field of production, slicing and packaging. Thereafter came to increase the capacity for ham and smoked goods by 40%, and for bacon by 30%.

After the presentations, the Count Degenfeld Hotel offered real poems of finger-food and a line of exotic fruit also beside the mouthwatering 6 putons Tokaj Aszu 2017 and 5 puton Tokaj Szomorodi 2017 and naturally we all were enchanted.

Before leaving the venue was showed the outside the Count Degenfeld Hotel the amazing picturesque setting in the heart of the Tokaj Mountains wine region, watching nature’s rows of still sleeping vines.

Walked up the hill to the Saint Terese Chapel which was built in 1750 in honor of Queen Mária Terézia of Hungary.

We left Tarcal wine region during the afternoon, and arrived to Budapest in the early evening hour.

What a wonderful day we had, thanks to the organizers, the Count Degenfeld Estate/Winery and the Pápai Meat Ltd.

Riport and snaps by Aggie Reiter

2 Mar

Hollókő Easter Festival 2024. – All-Day Programs.

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Saturday – March, 30.  …  from Noon.

Sunday – April, 1. from 8 a.m.

At the Hollókő Easter Festival, “a woman does not stay dry” – as the slogan of the event says, and indeed!

The traditional way of celebration,  one of the most well-known Easter customs is sprinkling. At Easter, girls dressed in traditional folk costumes must be   well doused with a bucket of cold water to prevent them from withering, because according to legend, fresh Easter water preserves the girls’ beauty.

Thousands of people visit this small village every year to learn about and experience Hungarian Easter traditions. The individuals at the Old Town still to-day wear their traditional  colorful costums, kept their rich folklore, folk customs, with the inevitable sprinkling, concerts, handicraft demonstrations, Easter Egg Painting Yard, family and children’s programs provide unforgettable experiences in Hollókő during these three days. Will be awaiting Hungarian and foreigner visitors to this real countryside village during the occasion of Easter! The Easter Festival is a celebration of traditions and joie de vivre, where “Old Village” and its surroundings taking back in time to experience the atmosphere of the traditional Hungarian Easter!

Hollókő Old Village,  is also on the UNESCO World Heritage List, where 67 red-tile historic houses have preserved their original condition and look the same as they did a hundred years ago. The specialty of Hollókő is that it is still a living and functioning village and visitors can feel as if they have stepped into a folk tale.

Distance between Hollókő  – Nógrád County and Budapest by car on M3 Highway cca. 101 km , or 63 miles. Distance by car takes around 76 minutes or 1 hour.

Recommendation by Aggie Reiter

18 Feb

Pasolini films … Life Trilogy plus an encore @Art+ Cinema Budapest

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In remembrance to Pasolini’s birth on February 29, 2024., at the Art+ Cinema, operated by the Pannónia Entertainment Ltd. organizing a series of festive retrospective screenings.

Pier Paolo Pasolini was an Italian poet, film director, writer, screenwriter, actor and playwright. He is considered one of the defining public intellectuals in 20th-century Italian history, influential both as an artist and a political figure. He started filming only at the age of thirty-nine. He sublimated his own personal questions, thus leaving us a round, rich, versatile legacy. Many still to-day do not understand his art and sarcasm.

The Trilogy of Life is the summary title of Pier Paolo Pasolini’s three films shot between 1970 and 1974: The Decameron, The Canterbury Tales, The Thousand and One Nights Flowers. All three works are based on classic collections of fairy tales and short stories created in the Middle Ages. Italian censorship also banned the Decameron and the Canterbury Tales for a while. The music consultant for the trilogy was Ennio Morricone. The powerful atmosphere of the films is largely due to the authentic filming locations and the mostly amateur actors.

Based on the well-known collection of short stories by Giovanni Boccaccio, the Italian-French-GSR co-production Decameron, presented in 1971, received the Silver Bear Award (special jury award) at the 1971 West Berlin Film Festival.

The Canterbury Tales, an Italian-French co-production presented in 1972 and shot based on Geoffrey Chaucer’s fragmentary collection of fairy tales, partly finished in verse, received the Golden Bear Award (the festival’s grand prize) at the 1972 West Berlin Film Festival.

Based on the well-known Arabic collection, Tales of the Thousand and One Nights, the Italian-French feature film with the same title, shown in 1974, won the special jury prize at the 1974 Cannes Film Festival.

All 3 films are therefore based on an important, recognized work that is still included in our literary canon. While the first two are basically related to the Greek-Judeo-Christian cultural circle; in the 3rd.  is embedded in Indus, Persian, ancient Mesopotamian, Jewish, ancient Egyptian, but mainly Arab beliefs and motifs.

It is interesting that Pasolini himself plays Chaucer and Giotto in the Canterbury Tales. In Decameron, the famous director thinks about the nature of our everyday sins and the origin of our guilt. “We have been repeating the same historical crimes for three thousand years, and this strengthens the suspicion that all of this follows from our culture.” – Cheyk: Utt

Pasolini’s last work, Salò, or the 120 days of Sodom, was created as the first chapter of an “anti-trilogy”.

Pasolini films at the Art+ Cinema from February 29 for four days.

Screening dates … February, 29. 8.30 p.m.  – Salo, or 120 days of Sodom, March, 1.  8.30 – Decameron, March, 2.  8.30  – Canterbury Tales, March, 3. 8:30 p.m. – Flowers of the Thousand and One Nights

Update by Aggie Reiter
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17 Feb

Riport to be continued 46th Travel + International Tourism Exhibition & Adventure Festival @ Hungexpo – Budapest

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Hex. Hriszto Polendakov – Bulgaria’s Ambassador to Hungary

BULGARIA will be the FOREIGNER Guest of Honor @ the Travel 2024 exhibition!

“Bulgaria will present itself at Hungary’s most important tourism forum on 100-square-meter stand” said by  Hriszto Polendakov – Bulgaria’s ambassador to Budapest at yesterday’s  Bulgarian Cultural Center – Budapest. He spoke about their goals as with participating with nine co-exhibitors, emphasizing that the country is a tourist destination available all year round. Contunied staying  that more than 70 increasingly popular beaches await visitors all of them traditional, old resorts, 22 of them, and one port, have also received the blue flag certification.

Within his introduction he gave a small geographical description of Bulgaria … “Sitting flush with Turkey, Bulgaria is the often-forgotten big brother of the Balkan countries – tourists head straight to its beaches, but now visitors can find out more at our stand …”This is all Bulgaria!”  the sights-and-sound  the visitors may receive full details offering where … what … how to travel  such as: travelers guide, stunning natural beauty, hot spring waters, fabulous seaside towns, golden sandy beaches, historical treasures, remarkable monasteries and unforgettable mountain panoramas and its unique gastronomy. More about Bulgaria … located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, where Thracian, Byzantine, Roman, Slavic and Bulgarian cultures meet. The Bulgarian coast and the Black Sea offer excellent conditions for surfing, water skiing, diving and fishing. Black Sea resorts offer opportunities for hiking, cycling, horseback riding, as well as eco-tourism, photo safaris and excursions to natural, cultural and architectural attractions. The rose is the symbol of Bulgaria. Picking roses, one of the oldest traditional customs in Bulgaria, has become a tourist attraction.  Bulgarian cuisine is extremely diverse and tasty, with a wide variety of salads, breads, stews and other local dishes. Many dishes are based on traditional recipes passed down from generation to generation. The surrounding regions of Bulgaria have proudly preserved their traditional recipes and continue to offer typical local gastronomic delicacies. More than 70 increasingly popular beaches await visitors there, all of them traditional, old resorts, 22 of them, and one port, have also received the blue flag certification.

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Dr. Ernő Görgényi – Mayor of Gyula – domestic guest of honor, Aliz Komoróczki – managing director of Gyula Tourism Nonprofit Ltd.

This year the CITY OF GYULA is to be the DOMESTIC Guest of Honor @ the Travel 2024 exhibition!

You can go on a journey of discovery at the Gyulai stand, and this time they will guide you to the easternmost side of the country, where visitors can be enriched with information guaranteed by life’s fast-paced opportunities. So Gyula, a magical small city in Hungary’s Körös valley, offers visitors young and elder folks rich experiences during any time of the year. The city has a special atmosphere soothing and eye-catching, but have to see for yourelf.  At the Travel exhibition, there are 6 counters, 160 square meters, and it can be divided into 2 main parts (event space and meeting space… possibility for partner meetings). The middle block can be walked around by the visitors. At their counters stage can learn about city’s programs,  receive general information about partner hotels as well and to keep in mind the highlight – sightseeings in-and-around the Region & Gyula … Gyula Castle  … The old rooms of the medieval castle and the beautiful baroque palace are a mixture  of leading into the depths of the past of times. Among the centuries-old trees of the castle park is the famous Castle Spa … since 1984 was considered a spa town.  Lately the spa was extended by 1,000 meters. It offers relaxation and entertainment for all ages, as well as the opportunity to cure various diseases by the thermal waters that erupt from the depths. The Almásy Castle in Gyula welcomnes visitors to an unusual exhibition. With the help of interactive technology provide close-to-life images of the history of the castle, the daily life of the various staff and lords. It is designed to provide an authentic experience and interesting program for all ages. From the 13.5-meter-high tower lookout, can enjoy a beautiful panorama of the medieval brick castle of Gyula, the castle and its garden. The unique exhibition in Ladics Ház presents the entire heritage of a rural family. After the renovation completed in 2016, Almásy Castle won the ICOMOS award for exemplary monument renovation a year later. In 2018, it was ranked among the 40 best exhibition . Memorial museum of the great composer Ferenc Erkel birthplace at Gyula and on the occasion of being the Domestic Guest of Honor city of Gyula welcomed on th spot to taste the reach in flavor plum palinka.

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At their stand in time for Gyulai Pálinka flavors to have a snip or two …  Unlike previous years, this time not in September, but earlier, between May,17-19, 2024. will be held. Gyula also has a Sausage Museum, Radio History Exhibition, local craft beers. Last but not least, before leaving to Gyula time to discover the city’s famous  namely called 100 Year’s Old –Centennial Confectionery.

Was told at the press gathering that

…”Forest and Wildlife in Harmony” is popular mainly by the Italian hunters, who regulary visit the provided areas.

Riport and snaps by Aggie Reiter

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