136 result(s) for jewish district
Xpat Opinion: U.S. Congressman: “Hungary's PM Orbán Is Taking A Leading Role In” Combating Anti-Semitism
- 10 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Regarding Hungary, anti-Semitism is very much in focus these days. That’s due in no small part to the fact that the Hungarian government has declared 2014 a commemorative year of the Hungarian Holocaust. It’s a subject of interest to many, including U.S. and European friends, because, unfortunately, anti-Semitism is on the rise in Europe.
Now On: Chagall – Between War & Peace, Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest
- 27 Dec 2013 8:02 AM
- community & culture
This parallel exhibition surveys the works of two prominent artists, whose paths – whether running side by side or in opposite directions – reveal typically 20th-century life stories.
Sonic Map Of The Budapest’s Ruin Pub Quarter
- 10 Oct 2013 11:45 AM
- entertainment
Once Jewish quarter now nightlife hot spot, the centre of Budapest’s 7th district has raised some eyebrows this summer. It’s more than just a landmark area with hoards of drunks consuming premium wheat beer. It’s a densely packed startup scene of blooming characteristic enterprises such as cafes, restaurants, pubs and - wait for it - the signature ruin bars in the backyards of abandoned houses. ...
Xpat Opinion: Massive Police “Inspection” In Budapest On Sunday
- 13 Aug 2013 1:00 AM
- current affairs
I almost missed the 24-hour-long police action in the nine districts of the left bank of the Danube, which means the entire Pest side of Budapest. Thousands of policemen worked diligently starting at “Sunday morning zero hour” to stop and search cars. These guardians of law and order had the authority to examine the clothing of the passengers and could search their cars looking for “instruments ...
Mark Zuckerberg Enjoys A Drink In Budapest
- 29 May 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg was seen drinking with his wife on Monday evening at Godzsu Udvar in downtown Budapest. Mr. Facebook was spotted in Spiler, a trendy restaurant-pub in the heart of the Jewish district. According to the owner, Zuck and wife were really friendly and polite, but didn’t stay too long. Seems he's well-informed about Budapest nightlife, since he chose a hip hang-out ...
Restaurant Review: Authentic Hungarian Specialities At Fülemüle In Budapest
- 2 May 2013 10:30 AM
- food & drink
Fülemüle (Nightingale) Restaurant’s cooking strengths range from special home-made smoked meats, to stuffed goose-neck, along with perfectly cooked Argentine Angus steak for those with an international taste. For dessert, their walnut-crusted Matzah balls with chocolate coating are always good, as are the locally inspired sweet-noodles with apple, walnut, and poppy-seeds.
On 16 April We Remember Hungarian Victims Of Holocaust
- 15 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
In 2000, the National Assembly designated 16 April as the Day of Remembrance for Hungarian Victims of the Holocaust. The first such memorial event was held in 2001. This year official Remembrance Day events will take place in Budapest at the Holocaust Memorial Center and the Danube Promenade Holocaust Memorial, and also in the cities of Hódmezővásárhely and Pécs. There will also be a memorial ...
Golem Festival - Jewish Characters On Modern Stages, Budapest, 12 - 14 April
- 13 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
The Golem Theatre - the only Jewish theatre of Hungary - having it's 3rd festival this year. We are focusing on Jews and Jewish characters on modern stages. Theater plays, reading theaters, lectures and workshops are in the 4 day program. All of them in English or with subtitles. Writers, actors, dancers, university teachers are coming to be part of the festival from Poland, Romania, France and ...
Xpat Opinion: Anti-Semitic Motorbike Action To Be Banned In Hungary
- 10 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A leftist daily welcomes the Prime Minister’s decision to have an anti-Semitic demonstration planned on Holocaust Remembrance Day banned.. Other centrist and left-liberal columnists, on the other hand, call for freedom of assembly for all citizens, including those who oppose freedom itself.
Xpat Opinion: U.S. Congressman: “Hungary's PM Orbán Is Taking A Leading Role In” Combating Anti-Semitism
- 10 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
Regarding Hungary, anti-Semitism is very much in focus these days. That’s due in no small part to the fact that the Hungarian government has declared 2014 a commemorative year of the Hungarian Holocaust. It’s a subject of interest to many, including U.S. and European friends, because, unfortunately, anti-Semitism is on the rise in Europe.
Now On: Chagall – Between War & Peace, Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest
- 27 Dec 2013 8:02 AM
- community & culture
This parallel exhibition surveys the works of two prominent artists, whose paths – whether running side by side or in opposite directions – reveal typically 20th-century life stories.
Sonic Map Of The Budapest’s Ruin Pub Quarter
- 10 Oct 2013 11:45 AM
- entertainment
Once Jewish quarter now nightlife hot spot, the centre of Budapest’s 7th district has raised some eyebrows this summer. It’s more than just a landmark area with hoards of drunks consuming premium wheat beer. It’s a densely packed startup scene of blooming characteristic enterprises such as cafes, restaurants, pubs and - wait for it - the signature ruin bars in the backyards of abandoned houses. ...
Xpat Opinion: Massive Police “Inspection” In Budapest On Sunday
- 13 Aug 2013 1:00 AM
- current affairs
I almost missed the 24-hour-long police action in the nine districts of the left bank of the Danube, which means the entire Pest side of Budapest. Thousands of policemen worked diligently starting at “Sunday morning zero hour” to stop and search cars. These guardians of law and order had the authority to examine the clothing of the passengers and could search their cars looking for “instruments ...
Mark Zuckerberg Enjoys A Drink In Budapest
- 29 May 2013 9:00 AM
- community & culture
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg was seen drinking with his wife on Monday evening at Godzsu Udvar in downtown Budapest. Mr. Facebook was spotted in Spiler, a trendy restaurant-pub in the heart of the Jewish district. According to the owner, Zuck and wife were really friendly and polite, but didn’t stay too long. Seems he's well-informed about Budapest nightlife, since he chose a hip hang-out ...
Restaurant Review: Authentic Hungarian Specialities At Fülemüle In Budapest
- 2 May 2013 10:30 AM
- food & drink
Fülemüle (Nightingale) Restaurant’s cooking strengths range from special home-made smoked meats, to stuffed goose-neck, along with perfectly cooked Argentine Angus steak for those with an international taste. For dessert, their walnut-crusted Matzah balls with chocolate coating are always good, as are the locally inspired sweet-noodles with apple, walnut, and poppy-seeds.
On 16 April We Remember Hungarian Victims Of Holocaust
- 15 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
In 2000, the National Assembly designated 16 April as the Day of Remembrance for Hungarian Victims of the Holocaust. The first such memorial event was held in 2001. This year official Remembrance Day events will take place in Budapest at the Holocaust Memorial Center and the Danube Promenade Holocaust Memorial, and also in the cities of Hódmezővásárhely and Pécs. There will also be a memorial ...
Golem Festival - Jewish Characters On Modern Stages, Budapest, 12 - 14 April
- 13 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- entertainment
The Golem Theatre - the only Jewish theatre of Hungary - having it's 3rd festival this year. We are focusing on Jews and Jewish characters on modern stages. Theater plays, reading theaters, lectures and workshops are in the 4 day program. All of them in English or with subtitles. Writers, actors, dancers, university teachers are coming to be part of the festival from Poland, Romania, France and ...
Xpat Opinion: Anti-Semitic Motorbike Action To Be Banned In Hungary
- 10 Apr 2013 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A leftist daily welcomes the Prime Minister’s decision to have an anti-Semitic demonstration planned on Holocaust Remembrance Day banned.. Other centrist and left-liberal columnists, on the other hand, call for freedom of assembly for all citizens, including those who oppose freedom itself.