Budapest Wine Tasting and Lunch

Don't get caught up in a touristy restaurant trying watered-down goulash in Budapest! Hungarian food, wine, spirits and hospitality are famous the world over, and you'll discover why on this gastronomic tour with your private guide. Numbers are limited to 20 people on this small-group walking Budapest wine tasting and lunch ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.

Your tasting extravaganza provides an overview of Hungary's typical food and drink, led by a private guide. You'll learn how Hungarian food is prepared and the exact ingredients that go into making the famous dishes, plus visit a market to see where the locals shop for traditional ingredients. You'll also get insider tips where to find the best restaurants while in Budapest!

Your tour begins with a visit to the great market hall where you will get an overview of the produce used in Hungarian kitchen. Here you will learn all about the use of the famous paprika spice, local vegetables and meats.

Your next stop takes takes you to a private wine cellar where you will begin with a discussion about the wines you will try.The wine tasting covers the traditional wines of Hungary, and reveals the history and legends behind each wine.

Last but not least you will visit a typical restaurant for a traditional Hungarian meal. Clean your pallet with a welcome spirit before you indulge in large bowl of goulash soup with bread, followed by a main meal and a typical Hungarian dessert.

After your lunch, visit a wine shop and enjoy a wine tasting there. You'll learn about the deeper meaning behind Hungarian wines and the significance they played in history.

Schedule details

Budapest Food and Wine Tour

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2012 April to October: 11:30am Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
2012 November to 2013 March: 11.30am Saturday

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Additional information

Budapest Wine Tasting and Lunch

Inclusions:

• Big bowl of goulash soup including beverage
• Five - tier wine tasting
• Visit to the Great Market Hall
• The secret to good Hungarian Cooking - Ingredients and Recipes

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• This tour serves non-kosher food and wine products. Vegetarians can and will be accommodated if notified at the beginning of the tour. If and when market hall is closed and it is not a national holiday we will substituted it with a local grocery store. Tour goes in all weather conditions, not responsible for unforeseen delays or accidents.

Itinerary:

Sample Menu:

• Bowl of Hungarian goulash soup with bread
• Huge Hungarian meal with pickled salad and garnish
• A traditional dessert 
• Free drink of choice

• Five-tier Hungarian wine tasting

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