World War I Collectibles

World War I Collectibles

A few years ago, I visited with Giorgio about World War 1 collectibles with Hungarian connections. His wife, Olga, was one of my Hungarian instructors at the Debreceni Nyari Egyetem. Giorgio has been able to turn his love for and knowledge about World War I items into...
Hungarian Music in our Family

Hungarian Music in our Family

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...
Painted Toes ~ Matyó Style!

Painted Toes ~ Matyó Style!

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...
Dobos Torta

Dobos Torta

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...