by Liz | Oct 22, 2020 | Do It Yourself Projects
Carving pumpkins isn’t necessarily a Hungarian tradition, although, as we become a more global society, different traditions are often adopted outside of their original country. I can’t say where pumpkin carving originated, but it is a pretty strong...
by Liz | Oct 7, 2021 | Learning Hungarian, Our Class offerings
Looking for regular exposure to the Hungarian language? Join our small group lessons! We have five great instructors who meet weekly with their students. Here is what to expect with our Hungarian language lessons: Weekly Lessons with a Live Teacher on Zoom, Skype, or...
by Liz | Sep 24, 2020 | Do It Yourself Projects
I recently saw a wonderful project on Facebook and I reached out to the creator and asked if she would share some details. She graciously agreed! Thank you, Rita! I was born in California to Hungarian parents, my father was from Pest and my mother from Szeged. I grew...
by Liz | Sep 21, 2020 | Holidays and Traditions
Christmas in Hungary There was a loud knock at the front door. “Someone is at the door, Mother,” called Ilona excitedly from the living room. She pulled the curtain aside a little and peeked out. “Oh Mother, Daddy, Grandma, Grandpa, come quickly! They’ve come to OUR...
by Liz | Aug 25, 2020 | Do It Yourself Projects
This Hungarian folk art birdhouse craft is a sweet way to bring a little more Hungarian folk art into your home! As an avid flower-lover and gardener of Hungarian heritage, the motifs and colors of Matyó embroidery have always appealed to me. Like many people...