Barack & Szilva Étterem in Budapest, Hungary

Paprika Chicken, Barack & Szilva Étterem, Budapest, Hungary

It was a cold and rainy night in the Jewish Quarter of Budapest, Hungary. This is one of the city’s most vibrant, lively, and historic neighborhoods. Though it was a Friday night, the streets were deserted as most people had retreated indoors to restaurants or bars to escape the harsh weather. After enjoying a few drinks at one of the nearby ruin pubs, I decided it was time to find dinner. I had no plans or made any reservations this …

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Cookie Beacon: Brunch in Budapest, Hungary

Eggs Benedict on Biscuit & Avocado with a side of bacon, Cookie Beacon in Budapest, Hungary

Cookie Beacon is a popular brunch restaurant located between the Hungarian Parliament Building and St. Stephen’s Basilica in Budapest, Hungary. This spot, popular for its menu featuring brunch items and fresh baked cookies, is always busy. And, it is not uncommon to find lines forming at any hour of the day. The idea for Cookie Beacon dates back to 2003 when Andreas Kanakis, and his wife Tanya Volkhina, opened a café in Barcelona. From the very beginning, their idea was …

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