When it comes to Hungarian cuisine, the first thing that comes to mind is paprika. In its cuisine, which is influenced by a wide geography, the influence of Central European countries as well as France and Turkey can be seen. Hungarians are proud of their cuisine and spices are an indispensable part of their meals. The national dish of Hungarians is goulash. Meat is very popular in Hungarian cuisine, as well as goulash, a type of paprika-flavored soup. They especially use pork and steak in their dishes. Carp and perch are among the most consumed fish in the country where river fishing is common. In the country’s cuisine, where chicken and turkey meat is also very common, the country’s unique flavors, chicken paprikás with paprika sauce, vinegar and paprika fish soup halászlé, are widely consumed. Goose meat is also very popular in the country. Especially foie gras libamáj and roasted goose legs are among the most common types you will come across. Hungarians are also fond of vegetable dishes. Another thing they are fond of is pickles. Even their breakfast always includes pickles. Gundel palacsinta pancake, one of the local desserts of the country’s cuisine, is served with walnuts, raisins, lemon zest, chocolate sauce and rum. In the country, where vegetarian and vegan food options are very rich, visitors can find food to their liking, especially in the western part of the country. Wine is taken very seriously in Hungary. The country’s most famous wine brands are Kékfrancos, a red wine produced from rich grapes, and Tokaj, a sweet white wine. Other local drinks of the country include their very strong red wine Bikavér, which means “bull’s blood”, their widely exported beer Sör, herbal liqueur Unicum, and their cognac called Pálinka, which has varieties such as apricot, sour cherry, plum and pear. In the country where the buffet culture is highly developed, you can easily find delicious snacks to fill your stomach quickly during the day. The expected tip amount in Hungary is between 10-15 percent. Mavimore Turizm is a travel agency registered with TÜRSAB. Document number: A-8307