In her My Hometown interview, Nanushka creative director Sandra Sándor takes us inside the life of a creative in the city, a place she describes as: “A melting pot for Eastern and Western culture, design, art and history.” Read her interview in full here, and below, discover the food, drink, art and culture she recommends for your next visit...
Where To Eat & Drink In Budapest
- Déryné Bistro – “Tucked away from the more classic tourist hotspots in the slightly quieter Buda neighbourhood, the túrógombóc and weinersnitchel are two of my favourite classics from their menu.”
- Restaurant Rosenstein – “A long-standing family-owned restaurant specialising in classic Hungarian and Ashkenazi Jewish dishes, all of which are Rosenstein family recipes that have been perfected and handed down through generations.”
- Dorado Café / Bar Lola – “A casual brunch and coffee spot, more recently, the space turns into a wine bar on the weekends (Bar Lola), where they have some of the best natural wines.”
Must-Visit Spots In Budapest
- Falk Miksa Utca – “We describe it as ‘the heart of the art trade’ in Budapest.”
- The Castle District – “It’s especially beautiful during cherry blossom season, in early spring.”
- Gellért Thermal Bath – “The baths are set in the iconic Gellért Hotel, which features Art Nouveau architecture and Zsolnay mosaic decor throughout.”
- Omorovicza Boutique & Spa – “Omorovicza uses a lot of natural ingredients in their [spa] products with a focus on ancient thermal water from Hungary.”
- Nanushka Store & Café – “Our first flagship store and café, the store is a loft-style space, which is actually inspired by my own home, so it really does feel like a home away from home.”
Where To Find Great Art & Music In Budapest
- Pontoon – “And open-air music venue right alongside the Danube [River], ideal for weekday gigs and dancing all night long beside the iconic chain bridge.” (open May-October)
- Turbina Cultural Center – “A great spot for underground gigs and dancing all night long with the best DJs in the city.”
- Ludwig Múzeum – “A museum filled with contemporary art, American Pop Art, Eastern & Central European pieces, and various temporary exhibitions all year long.”
The Most Luxurious Places To Stay In Budapest
- W Hotel – “The W Hotel is one of the most beautiful hotels in Budapest. It’s located in the Palais Drechsler – right in the centre of the city – on Andrássy Avenue, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.”
- Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace – “In front of the famous chain bridge stretching along the Danube River, this refurbished Art Nouveau palace is home to one of Budapest’s most iconic hotels.”
Pia Brynteson is Content Editor at Service95
