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The former building of the Ministry of the Interior is being auctioned at a starting price of 50.8 billion
The Hungarian National Asset Management Inc. (MNV) has put the former Ministry of Interior building up for auction. The Danube-side property, under monument protection, has a starting price of HUF...
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The team is back together: Borsodi is once again the official beer of the Hungarian men’s national football team
The Hungarian Football Association and Borsodi Brewery have signed a long-term cooperation agreement. Following the agreement related to last year’s European Football Championship, the company will be the sponsor of...
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Nominate yourself to receive the Gundel Prize in 2025!
In memory of the work of restaurateur and gastronomic writer Károly Gundel, the Hungarian Restaurant Association – in collaboration with numerous partner organizations – is also announcing a call for...
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MobilOFF, ExperienceOn weeks in VakVarjúk
The VakVarjú restaurant family will once again launch its MobilOFF, ÉlményON campaign between September 15th and 30th. During the mobile-free weeks, guests will be treated to small surprises, and with...
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Participate in the MVI Károly Gundel Award Gala Luncheon
A limited number of tickets are still available for the Hungarian Catering Industry Association’s gala luncheon in conjunction with the Gundel Award ceremony. On Sunday, October 19th, from 12 noon,...
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Mulch marketing – Picture of the day
Deckhand Oyster Bar & Seafood in Austin, USA, uses an inexpensive and recycled material as mulch in front of its entrance: oyster shells....
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K&H was named the Green Large Company of the Year
K&H Group has won the Green Awards – 2025 Green Large Company category award, recognizing its commitment to combating climate change. The award ceremony was held in conjunction with the...
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Retail sales in the Czech Republic increased by 2.5 percent in July
In July, the annual growth of retail trade in the Czech Republic slowed to 2.5 percent from 4.8 percent in June, the Czech Statistical Office (CSÚ) announced on Friday in...
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BalatonBike365: record traffic in Lake Balaton cycling tourism
Hungary’s largest and most complex cycling tourism project, BalatonBike365 (BB365), has been running for three years, and the numbers continue to show steady growth. According to Péter Princzinger, CEO of...
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Csodásmagyarország.hu has conducted a survey of the most beautiful viewpoints in Hungary
One of the most popular hiking destinations in the Visegrád Mountains, the 639-meter-high Prédikálószék is the favorite viewpoint of Hungarians – according to an online survey by Csodásmagyarország.hu, which compiled...
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The banking sector has reached a historic turning point
The future of banking is artificial intelligence, digital efficiency and sustainability – according to McKinsey’s latest industry study, which provides a comprehensive picture of the future of financial services. According...
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Influencer-based savings instead of luxury: cooking, gardening and bargain hunting
In the latest round of K&H’s highly successful influencer campaign, participants cooked three-course meals, applied savings tricks, and in the process experienced firsthand the compromises that can come with living...
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Hungarian SMEs urge tax and administrative simplification, according to a survey
Hungarian SMEs have made suggestions for tax and administrative relief in a nationwide survey conducted by the business consulting firm Niveus, the National Association of Hungarian Vehicle Component Manufacturers (MAJOSZ)...
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LG’s new washing machines come with a microplastic filter
LG Electronics (LG) is showcasing a comprehensive, AI-powered, and highly energy-efficient laundry cleaning portfolio at IFA in Berlin, one of the world’s largest and oldest consumer electronics and home appliance...
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NKFH: distributor withdraws Golden Lion sesame oil from circulation
The distributor has withdrawn Golden Lion sesame oil from circulation due to the presence of a carcinogen, the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) told MTI on Friday. According...
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Budapest Airport pays summer bonus to its employees after record traffic
Budapest Airport is giving a gross bonus of 200,000 forints to all shift and office employees in recognition of their outstanding performance during the summer season, the company confirmed to...
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Italian pharmaceutical company Fidia acquires Romanian company
The Romanian Meditrina Pharmaceuticals SRL has been acquired by the Italian pharmaceutical company Fidia Farmaceutici, economedia.ro reports, citing a company statement. The acquisition is part of Fidia Farmaceutici’s 2025-2026 investment...
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A 63 thousand euro restaurant bill? Of course, because Mallorca is a party place after all – Picture of the day
The internet has been flooded with a photo in several European countries for the past 2 days: A beach restaurant in Palmanova posted an astonishing €63,237 bill on Instagram, claiming...
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OKSZ: retail burdens are hindering the recovery of consumer confidence
According to the Central Statistical Office, retail turnover increased by 1.7 percent in July compared to the previous year, but this is lagging behind the rate of growth in real...
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Coupon war over pensioner vouchers: Lidl and Aldi both offer extra discounts
The mailing of food vouchers for pensioners has started, and the two large discount chains responded quickly: Lidl and Aldi are also supporting the elderly with a special promotion. According...
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The 82nd OMÉK is opening soon
The National Agricultural and Food Exhibition and Fair (OMÉK) will open its doors again between September 18-21, where representatives of the domestic agricultural profession, the food industry and the general...
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The National Association of Packaging and Material Handling celebrates its 35th anniversary
CSAOSZ is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its founding among representatives of its member companies, as well as invited guests from government, authorities and business life. Attila Bencs, the president...
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Persil’s September campaign supports assistance dogs
Persil’s CSR campaign in September supports the training of assistance dogs and animal-assisted therapies with 25 forints for every Persil product purchased. Customers can thus contribute with a simple decision...
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Registration opens for the national competition for young chefs
The 2025 XXX. “Jeunes Chefs Rôtisseurs” Hungarian Youth Chef Competition will be held on November 14 at the METRO Gastro Academy – announced Katalin Pintér, President of the Chaine des...
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MSZÉSZ helps hotels with a new advisory program
The Hungarian Hotel and Restaurant Association (MSZÉSZ) has launched a new Advisory Program, which provides expert support to hotels in the mandatory accommodation certification process. The initiative was born based...
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Nutella Plant-Based: the world-famous spread is now available in a vegan version
Ferrero has launched Nutella Plant-Based, a vegan version of one of the world’s most famous peanut spreads. The product is completely plant-based, making the classic Nutella experience accessible to vegans....
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