I have fond memories of visiting the bustling Central Market,strolling along the Danube at twilight and watching Budapest take on a romantic glow at night; walking in Margaret Island and enjoying this incredible nature preserve right in the middle of Buda and Pest; as well as enjoying the exciting display of horsemanship when I visited the Pusta.
So, back home in Virginia, how do I keep in touch with this dynamic Hungarian culture. With the Internet, of course. One of my favorite sites is http://www.magyarmarketing.com because at this site you will find many opportunities to enjoy everything Hungarian. Whether it's authentic recipes such as Poppy Seed Cake (Mákos Torta) or finding out how you can purchase the work of Hungarian artists, or booking your next tour, this site can really keep you in touch with Hungary. In addition, it keeps you up to date on Hungarian events taking place around the U.S.
The current issue of the newsletter, for example tells about the 28th Annnual Birmingham Ethnic Festival that was held in Birmingham, Toledo Ohio on St Stephen's day Aug 18th "Born of events which took place in the community a quarter of a century ago, the Birmingham Ethnic Festival," the site indicated, "has come to be known as a Sunday in the Old country. Over the years thousands have come on this 3rd Sun of August to share in the ethnic traditions, the diverse culture and the heritage for which Birmingham is known."
If you missed this festival, you can plan on attending this year and, to let you enjoy this year's festival anyway, you can go on the site and download recipes from the St. Stephen Mother's Club Cook Book. How about a bowl of hot, steamy authentic Hungrian Gulyás (Soup)!
In addition, there's a great listing of other Hungarian events around the U.S. where you can enjoy delicious Hungarian foods, watch folk dancing and, in general, gain an even better appreciation for this country and its peoples. Here are a few events from their complete listing:
September 14th Saturday - William Penn Fraternal at Penn Scenic View in Rockwood, PA. Fraternal activity open to the public for the benefit of the Scholarship Fund. Hungarian food, music and fun. Special games for the children. Hungarian food - gulyas, Kolbasz and sauerkraut, lecso, cabbage noodles, bacon fry, langos and pastries. Dorothy and Co. will provide Hungarian music. Everyone welcome. For information and Tickets call 1-800-848-7366, ext 136.
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