by Liz | Dec 8, 2016 | Do It Yourself Projects, Holidays and Traditions
A few year ago, we had a card making party with some “crafty” friends. If you are not a person who is naturally craft-oriented, I recommend you surround yourself with those who are because it is fun to do with a person who knows what they are doing! What...
by Liz | Sep 22, 2016 | Learning Hungarian
Here is a little history of my exposure to Hungarian and some practical ideas for incorporating some Hungarian into your life. Three of my four grandparents were born in Hungary and came to the USA in the early 1900s. My parents were both born in the US but, with...
by Liz | Mar 1, 2016 | Learning Hungarian
Our family originally came from Hungary between 1890-1927. Three of our grandparents were born in Hungary but came to the United States as children. One of our grandmothers was born in the United States but most of her siblings were born in Hungary–she just...
by Liz | May 7, 2015 | Do It Yourself Projects
I love Hungarian folk art! And, if you haven’t noticed yet, I love to see it expressed in a variety of ways! We love to encourage the connection to Hungarian folk art, even if you are a bit removed from your Hungarian heritage. So, here we are with some...
by Liz | Jan 31, 2015 | Breads and Desserts
Disclaimer: Apparently if you make this style torta and you do not make the caramelized topping it is called a Stefania Torta. However, I will still refer to this as a dobos torta even though it just doesn’t have the top part. Our Hungarian Club in Ohio always...