Popular festivals of Hungary I.

EFOTT
It was the summer of ’76 when some enthusiastic undergraduates organized the first EFOTT party in Abaliget after their exams. Since then it has been grown into a huge festival but still has a familiar tone that makes it so special.

Rockmaraton

As its name shows Rockmaraton is a really hard festival with rock and metal music in Pécs. You really can’t remonstrate its quality as it offers several sport and cultural programs – so you simply can’t be bored.

Hegyalja Fesztivál

It was more than a decade ago when the first Hegyalja Fesztivál was organised in Tokaj due to environmental protection. Of course it’s a great opportunity to taste the famous wines of the region, and admire the sights as well.

Volt Fesztivál

Volt is one of Hungary’s favourite festivals as the place, Sopron where it is organised makes it unforgettable. The historical city with its old and beautiful buildings and statues creates a fantastic atmosphere, especially at night.

Balaton Sound

Balaton Sound is a quite new and modern festival by Lake Balaton in Zamárdi, with tecktonic, dubstep and house music. It has already had several famous performers such as Moby, Fatboy Slim and David Guetta.

DUDIK

Thanks to the College of Dunaújváros, DUDIK has been organised every year since 2009. This festival is the only thing that lures hundreds of people to Dunaújváros.

VeszprémFest

With the most selective music and programs VeszprémFest became such famous that it has several visitors from around the country and abroad, as well. Fanciers of classical music, opera and jazz mustn’t miss the opportunity to spend a night in the city of Veszprém!

Sziget Fesztivál

There are many great festivals in Hungary, but Sziget Fesztivál is the best-known of all of them. It received awards such as UK Festival Awards for - Best Overseas Festival, and Europen Festival Awards - Best Major Festival which definitely shows that it has got no opponents.

Cocktails for summer

Need to cool off? Grab a refreshing summer cocktail! Whether you prefer alcohol-free fruity tastes, liquors or hard drinks, we've got 3 simple recipes that are sure to refresh and impress.

 

 

 

Piña Colada Punch

 

When you're fed up with your job or just would like to cheer up, alcohol-free punches and cocktails really come into their own. Why should you drink water when you can keep cool with a refreshing Piña Colada Punch?

 

46 oz chilled pineapple juice

15 oz coconut cream

1 tablespoon coconut syrup

1 tablespoon cinnamon

2 literschilled pineapple soda

1 pint vanilla ice cream

1. Blend pineapple juice, coconut syrup, coconut cream and cinnamon in a blender until creamy. Place in refridgerator if desired or continue immediately to next step.

2. Add mixture from previous step to a punch bowl. Add ice-cream and allow to mostly dissolve. Add pineapple soda, an ice ring, and thin orange slices.

Tropical Sundae Cocktail

If you are a beginner alcoholic, this is a must try for you!

2 oz Malibu Sundae
1 oz Creme de Banana
2 oz half & half
1 oz pineapple juice
1 banana cut into chunks
ice
chocolate syrup, 1 maraschino cherry, 1 pineapple chunk for garnish (optional)

Combine all ingredients except the garnish ingredients in a blender and blend.  Swirl chocolate syrup inside the glass, pour and enjoy!

.50 Caliber

This .50 Caliber Whiskey Cocktail is rightly named so. Are you a whiskey lover? Try this extremely hard drink that brings together a few whiskey brands and other spirits! This cocktail is not meant for amateur drinkers!

Ingredients:

Jack Daniels  1⁄2 Ounce
Jim Beam      1⁄2 Ounce
Gin              1⁄2 Ounce
Vodka          1⁄2 Ounce
Citrus          1⁄4 Ounce

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