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Expat Websites in Hungary

September 15, 2023

Without further ado, here is a list of English-language websites aimed at foreigners living in Hungary (in alphabetical order, so no one feels slighted. :D) : http://www.bpphonebook.com/ - Budapest English-language Telephone Directory http://www.budapestindex.com/ - Travel guide to Budapest for English-speaking travelers. http://www.budapestweek.com/ - The best of Budapest http://www.caboodle.hu/ - The Hungarian portal. News, directory, forum, […]

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24-hour pharmacies in Budapest

September 12, 2023

As you have probably found out by now, in Hungary, even over-the-counter medications need to be purchased from a pharmacy, and cannot be gotten at your local drug store (a serious misnomer) or supermarket. The problem is that most pharmacies operate only during normal business hours, and if you need a prescription filled or simply […]

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Ethnic Food Markets in Budapest

September 7, 2023

Ethnic Food Markets in Budapest By Miklos Kralik 13/08/2023 There’s no shortage of paprika in Budapest, but every once in a while it’s nice to be able to cook up a little something different…or as the case may be for a lot of expats, something familiar. Culinaris is wonderful if you’re looking for a wide […]