Marion
@Margle
Australian expat in Hungary
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Registration: 17 November 2010
Three items I can't find by missustoad
(1) a REASONABLY priced saucepan with handle (the ones at Mammut are expensive and I don't want to buy expensive. I'd love one for under $50 that is in the middle quality range...) Any large grocery stores sell them? I am desperate but unwilling ...
For the saucepan, I buy all my kitchenware on amazon.co.uk and get it delivered to me at work. Delivery fees are surprisingly low (often only a couple of pounds) and delivery times are surprisingly quick (often only a couple of days). This is ... Read More
Hey ladies, good hairdresser/salon recommendation? by wanna.38
Hi, I've been living in Budapest for a year now, but haven't been able to find a good salon/hairdresser here. If any of you could recommend me a good, english speaking hairdresser for me, that would be excellent. Preferably something that isn't too ...
An update on my previous post recommending Lolli who used to work at Horror Barbie Salon. I know some people had difficulty getting an appointment with her, and weren't so happy with other hairdressers at Horror Barbie. My apologies, I should have ... Read More
Looking for dressmaking / sewing lessons in English
Hi DSewClub! Where are you? Your facebook page indicates that classes are run in London. Or possibly Malaysia? Do you have classes in Budapest? Read More
Car Rental in Budapest by NiklasJ
I'm looking to rent a car in Budapest for a couple of long weekends (Balaton, Szeged etc.) but the major obstacle I have is a lack of a Credit Card. Does anyone have ideas of local companies that accept debit cards/cash deposits for a rental? ...
Hi there, I use an excellent car rental place regularly. They're a small company, lovely people, and will drop the car at your house and pick it up again for no fee which is super convenient. I've also been late coming home from long weekends away ... Read More
Quality Bike shops in Budapest by Bgordon
Hi all... following on from my post re Triathlon Clubs, I am trying in vain to locate any decent bike shops in Budapest... there seem to be a lot of Hire shops and second hand bike stores, but I can't seem to find anywhere that sells higher spec ...
Here you go: http://www.trek.hu/ C铆m: 1054, K谩lm谩n Imre u. 23. Telefon: 1-331-3184 Nyitvatart谩s: h茅tfőtől p茅ntekig 10-18-ig, szombaton 9-13-ig Read More
Quality Bike shops in Budapest by Bgordon
Hi all... following on from my post re Triathlon Clubs, I am trying in vain to locate any decent bike shops in Budapest... there seem to be a lot of Hire shops and second hand bike stores, but I can't seem to find anywhere that sells higher spec ...
There's a Trek bike store in the 5th district. I just buy things from Evans Cycles online and have them posted here. They have fairly inexpensive and fast shipping to Hungary: www.evanscycles.com I actually bought my bike from them and had it ... Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
Heya, have a new gym to review. Bank Centre Fitness, which is near the Basilica in the 5th district. It's good for all of us who work in this area - you can pop there for lunchtime workouts. Not a perfect gym, but suits me. My breakdown of it: ... Read More
Looking for dressmaking / sewing lessons in English
Hi all, I'd like to learn how to make clothes, and am looking for classes or a tutor who can teach me in English. I can sew well enough - I have my own sewing machine, do quilting and can do simple alterations. But I have never made anything ... Read More
gym
There is another forum topic on gyms in Budapest if you have a search for it. Holmes Place, World Class, Gilda Max, etc, all get reviews. People tend to look for different things in gyms so there's always a big debate about which one is best. :) ... Read More
health food shops in budapest
The Biobolt at Oktogon is one of the best I've found. The shop is small but they have a seriously fantastic collection of grains like quinoa, millet, amaranth, etc, wild rice, and I've seen Goji berries in there too. Here's the map to show which ... Read More
Is Quorn available in Budapest by markru
I am a near vegetarian, that is I eat fish but no meat products. In the UK we could get hold of a meat substitute called "Quorn". Does anyone know if there are any stockists in Budapest or elsewhere, i.e. just over the border in Austria. Thanks mark
Of no help to anyone, but just had to share this: http://thehairpin.com/2013/02/qreamed-quorn Read More
Singing teacher in Budapest? by Margle
Hi! Anyone know of an English-speaking singing teacher in Budapest? Want to take some regular individual (or small group) classes and learn the basics. I found one lady who looked fantastic (she's a coach/tutor on The Voice Hungary!!) but ...
Hi there, Just an update for people either more serious about singing and/or richer than I! :) I found another great looking singing teacher advertising in the classifieds here cakked Laszlo Agoston. But he's also about the same price as Molnar ... Read More
Singing teacher in Budapest?
Hi! Anyone know of an English-speaking singing teacher in Budapest? Want to take some regular individual (or small group) classes and learn the basics. I found one lady who looked fantastic (she's a coach/tutor on The Voice Hungary!!) but ... Read More
Vegan products by narcissi
Hello, I am moving to Budapest in a few weeks and am asking for tips how to shop vegan-style in Budapest. Have already Googled shops and restaurants but am interested in different products that are pure vegan in "normal" supermarkets. I think that ...
Fireroller, what's the name of your shop/bistro? Read More
Vegan products by narcissi
Hello, I am moving to Budapest in a few weeks and am asking for tips how to shop vegan-style in Budapest. Have already Googled shops and restaurants but am interested in different products that are pure vegan in "normal" supermarkets. I think that ...
I can share a couple of vegan options for you. But I do second all the people above who say that unfortunately vegan (or even vegetarians) are not very well catered for here. This is a proud meat eating, meat loving place! I've been out with ... Read More
Getting around Budapest by bicycle by xabier
Hi everyone! I was wondering if you had any advice on using the bicycle around Budapest. I love riding my bicycle everywhere and here in Barcelona I use it as the main transport on a daily basis to go to work, meet friends, go buy ...
I can recommend Rocket Bikes - lovely staff, most of whom speak perfect English. They have a shop in the 5th district where they restore/refurbish great old bikes. You point to the one you like and they customise and make it like new - new brakes, ... Read More
Getting around Budapest by bicycle by xabier
Hi everyone! I was wondering if you had any advice on using the bicycle around Budapest. I love riding my bicycle everywhere and here in Barcelona I use it as the main transport on a daily basis to go to work, meet friends, go buy ...
Both really. There are enough bike lanes in the inner city that I mainly use them when going to and from work. But everywhere else is sharing the road with cars, and I haven't had any problems with Hungarian drivers at all. Generally quite ... Read More
Getting around Budapest by bicycle by xabier
Hi everyone! I was wondering if you had any advice on using the bicycle around Budapest. I love riding my bicycle everywhere and here in Barcelona I use it as the main transport on a daily basis to go to work, meet friends, go buy ...
I ride everywhere - Budapest is a fantastic city for biking! I was expecting it to get too cold over winter, but I ended up riding the whole time, bar a few days when it was too snowy and icy. All the main streets are ploughed, so it was fine. Read More
Shipping items from Hungary to Australia by Stephanie99
We seem to have accumulated more stuff than will fit in our suitcases to return home to Australia... No furniture, but an antique typewriter (probably about 20kg), books, clothes and shoes. I was about to buy some boxes and start sending stuff via ...
Hi there. I just sent a largish box of stuff to Melbourne. My options were: TNT express: 98,975 Ft (3 working days) TNT economy express: 75,060 Ft (5 working days) Hungarian Post: Priority mail: 24,340 Ft (at least 10 days) Ordinary mail: 22,125 ... Read More
Hey ladies, good hairdresser/salon recommendation? by wanna.38
Hi, I've been living in Budapest for a year now, but haven't been able to find a good salon/hairdresser here. If any of you could recommend me a good, english speaking hairdresser for me, that would be excellent. Preferably something that isn't too ...
Forgot to mention, I think a cut by itself is around 5,000ft. Read More
Hey ladies, good hairdresser/salon recommendation? by wanna.38
Hi, I've been living in Budapest for a year now, but haven't been able to find a good salon/hairdresser here. If any of you could recommend me a good, english speaking hairdresser for me, that would be excellent. Preferably something that isn't too ...
Hi, Sorry to hear people have had bad experiences at Horror Barbie. That's where I, my boyfriend, and my mum have had great cuts and colour. It might depend on who your specific hairdresser is. We've always asked for a girl called Loli. She speaks ... Read More
Where to buy good quality lamb? (Budapest) by Argonaut
Morning all, there's some things that I miss from the UK (but not that many), one of them is lamb. So far, I've tried without success to find a good place to buy it, Tesco's offers some pre-packed very fatty and extremely expensive lamb but that's ...
I cooked the lamb shanks I got from the Great Market Hall the other day, and they were outstanding. I don't know if they have lamb there every single day, but when I was there, there was oodles of it in most of the butchers. Sorry, I can't tell you ... Read More
We're booked and ready - Arriving in February! by Stephanie99
Hi everyone My Hungarian-born partner and I are arriving in Budapest on Feb 12th. We have an apartment sorted already - Szent Istv谩n k枚r煤t 5 - which is also exciting. Seems like a good area...? We are both on paid leave (on half-pay) from work and ...
It's a lovely spot to live! And I think you're arriving at the perfect time - you'll get to see a bit of winter and snow and then everything will thaw out over March and April into glorious Spring. My partner and I are Aussies too - keep us ... Read More
Can my parents mail me OTC drugs to Budapest? by GuestPoster116
I'm experiencing spoiled American syndrome again... I'm just learning that Hungary is WAY behind in the OTC drug market. My (hungarian) friend has gotten a cold, and I told him to take medicine. He said he did. 4 hours later, he felt no relief. ...
I agree, it's strange that a lot of drugs that would be over the counter at home are only be prescription here. Case in point: I wanted to buy rehydration salts (like gastrolyte or Royal D) and was told that I could buy banana flavour over the ... Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
Davewo, this is fantastic! That gym is great and the view is beeeeautiful. Plus, I never use the pool at Holmes anyway, so that's no loss. It's this one, right? worldclass.hu/health-academy-marriott/ My only concern with it is that it's fairly ... Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
Yardiebarbie, I've been here a year and I get by fine, despite only speaking a handful of words in Hungarian. Many people in Budapest speak English, and for those who don't, I find you can get by with a big smile and a lot of mime. At Holmes Place, ... Read More
The Beauty Topic: Hairdressers, Massages, Facials, All That Jazz! by Margle
I thought it would be great if we could share some recommendations for all of the girly things in town - good places to get haircuts, facials, waxing, massages, spray tans, etc, etc. I know I'd be grateful for advice and recommendations from ...
Harmonie, can I just keep this as a thread? I'm asking about other people's recommendations - I just only have two. Read More
The Beauty Topic: Hairdressers, Massages, Facials, All That Jazz! by Margle
I thought it would be great if we could share some recommendations for all of the girly things in town - good places to get haircuts, facials, waxing, massages, spray tans, etc, etc. I know I'd be grateful for advice and recommendations from ...
Heh. I know, right? I think it's a kickass name. Totally random. Read More
Where to buy good quality lamb? (Budapest) by Argonaut
Morning all, there's some things that I miss from the UK (but not that many), one of them is lamb. So far, I've tried without success to find a good place to buy it, Tesco's offers some pre-packed very fatty and extremely expensive lamb but that's ...
Ooo! I found it the other day! I got lamb shanks from a butcher at the Great Market Hall. Actually, I was surprised and impressed by that market. I thought it would all be touristy, but the butchers and produce was excellent. And one of the plus ... Read More
The Beauty Topic: Hairdressers, Massages, Facials, All That Jazz!
I thought it would be great if we could share some recommendations for all of the girly things in town - good places to get haircuts, facials, waxing, massages, spray tans, etc, etc. I know I'd be grateful for advice and recommendations from ... Read More
Am I paying too much?! by MissVirginia
Hi everyone, I've just relocated and before I landed I found online a nice apartment near the Opera House in the 6th. One bedroom, 60m, furnished (v nice) for 750 euro, which includes all bills, internet, cable, fully equipped, everything. But now ...
I'm in the 6th district, which isn't quite as central as you, but is a 10 minute walk from the Opera House. I have a one-bedroom, fully furnished (and I mean "fully" - it has everything from washing machine, dishwasher all the way to new sheets and ... Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
Hi Wanna.38. There's definitely Zumba around - I've done a few classes at Holmes Place (in English) and I got the impression there's a real Zumba movement here. Have you had any luck with just googling it? Also, there's step at most gyms here. I ... Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
Yep, Holmes is awfully expensive. And I hate how they try to confuse you with varying pricing schemes and hide little fees in there. :mad: I thought it might help people negotiate for a better price if they know how much other people pay. I pay ... Read More
Expats麓night out ! ! ! Friday 21/10/2011 by mathieu.alloo
Hello all! I hope you are all doing well here in Budapest and that you are ready to get used to the cold weather that is ahead of us... I arrived over a month ago in this great city and I already had the chance to meet many people but as we always ...
Great! I'll be there! But Matthiew, WHERE in Instant? It's a three level warehouse with about a hundred rooms! :) Can I suggest we meet at one of the tables on the ground floor, near the very first bar? Might be easier to see people when they ... Read More
Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat
Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...
I'm away this coming weekend, Hollycat, otherwise I'd love to come to the railway. I get back mid-week, so maybe I could suggest a movie next week? Say, Wednesday or Thursday evening (the 28th-29th)? Of course, if everyone else wants to go sooner, I ... Read More
Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat
Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...
Nice work Zabz!! :) I always have trouble figuring out what's sub and what's dub in the cinemas here. And my language skills are about 100 years away from being able to follow a movie dubbed in Hungarian. My vote is for Friends with Benefits! Read More
Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat
Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...
Hollycat! Calling a new movie night! And you're the expert in organizing them :) Read More
Anyone want to meet up? by Hollycat
Does anyone feel like having a meet up one weekend? All ideas gratefully received! :) I am pretty easy going so feel free to suggest anything from a picnic on Margaret Island, to a cycle ride, to a night out on the town, or a movie or a nice place ...
Hey! Let me know if you decide to go out for a movie or something! The open air cinema looks great, actually. I have dinner plans tomorrow night, but could maybe ... move them? Or bring my dinner people there instead? Read More
Book clubs in Budapest? by momotaro
Does anyone know of any English book clubs here in Budapest?
Whoops - I failed at "quoting" Fireroller. Read More
Book clubs in Budapest? by momotaro
Does anyone know of any English book clubs here in Budapest?
Another place worth a look is the youthful-alternative 'Sir谩ly' in Kir谩ly utca. it has a larger room upstairs, which looks like the rest of some apartement with bookshelfs still installed and in use. Anyway, it is a cool place. From the homepage it ... Read More
Movie anyone????? by Hollycat
I really like movies of all types - blockbusters to small independent movies. I usually go with my uni friends once every week or two (depending on what's showing) so if anyone is interested please post and maybe we can meet up and have a movie ...
Would love to! Name a place and a time and I'll be there. xx m. Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
Also, Luis, so this doesn't turn into a "my gym is better than your gym" debate, I'm sure Gildamax is excellent too, and I appreciated your advice about it. Just too far away from my home and work to be practical for me. Aint it grand to know ... Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
Hi Luis, Thanks for giving your opinion. I think if you're a serious body builder, then you're right, probably Holmes or World Class isn't the best place for you. From your picture, you look really fit! So I imagine you need a place with ... Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
Thanks everyone for your replies. In case someone else is looking, in the end, I decided to go for Holmes Place. It's expensive, sure (around 70 euros a month, which is more than I wanted to spend) but I think it's excellent. Great classes, ... Read More
organized events in Budapest ? by william.maybanks
Hi all! I am 20 years old and have been in Budapest for a year or 2 now and always wondered if there were many English people living in Budapest and if there are any organized events or nights out etc I like spending time with my Hungarian friends ...
EDIT 25 January 2011 Not many people replied to this message, so might have to call it off. Boo! Planning on going to a meeting event tonight though. All welcome: http://www.internationalnetworking.co/6.html **** Hey! Just sent ... Read More
Friends needed by Alcnev
Hi, I've just moved to Budapest to work for a year but I don't know anyone and would really like to make some friends. I don't fancy sitting in on my own every night for the next 12 months! I live in the centre of the city and am 24. Would be ...
Hey Frederiqua, Your email inbox is full, so I can't send you a message! M. Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
Thanks Luis, I'll check it out! Appreciate your advice! M. Read More
to meet people by frederiqua
hi everybody, I've just arrived to Budapest for 1 year but I know nobody. If there are persons who want to have a drink, that will be with big pleasure. Yes, it's a little difficult to meet a personn in the street :) thanks
Hi! I just sent you a private message - would be great to meet up! Cheers, Marion Read More
How's life in Hungary for you? by joe1973
Hello there, Can you share your experience with me about interacting with Hungarians while living and working in Hungary? I am not a journalist but it was interesting to read fluffy2560's post mentioning the dark side of the UK and I grew ...
Just my two cents - I haven't been here long, but I feel like I've been treated positively because I am Australian. People seem to like Aussies, for whatever reason! :) In fact, I've been asked quite regularly "But you are from Australia, why on ... Read More
Gyms in Budapest by Margle
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ...
This sounds great! The biggest pro for me has to be how close it is to home. God knows I won't make myself go if it's too far a walk in the cold, cold winter. :) I have your email now and you have mine, so if you can share the name of it, I'll ... Read More
Looking for Job by gr8_one
Hi, My name is Hari at present working (as Procurement Specialist) & residing in Dubai, but of INDIAN origin. i'm planning to migrate to Hungary, could anyone help / guide me on finding a suitable job Thanks & Regards
Thanks for this advice Gabor - I'm not the original poster, but the info on recruitment agencies is helpful. Cheers. Read More
Gyms in Budapest
Hello! I am new to Budapest, and I have managed to get most things sorted out, except for finding a gym. Could people recommend a good gym to me? I am living in the 6th district, near the Oktogon and I am working downtown, so anywhere near those ... Read More