Casati Budapest Hotel

The building that is now Casati Budapest Hotel is more than 200 years old and has been beautifully refurbished into a contemporary city gem. Top tourist sites, cafes, and pubs surround the hotel, making it easy to explore the historic city.  The hotel has remained at the top of TripAdvisor since 2012 and is designed specifically for guests over the age of 14. 

Casati Budapest Hotel received a Green Hotel Award by the Hungarian Hotel Association in 2014 for its eco-friendly practices. They use recycled paper only, eco-friendly detergents, and led lighting throughout the majority of the hotel.  Each morning you can enjoy a buffet breakfast full of fruits, vegetables, hot and cold dishes, and fresh pastries. The hotel has a fitness center, sauna, and cocktail bar, and all rooms come equipt with AC and top appliances.

There are 25 uniquely designed rooms to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Outside, you will find a quiet, ivy-covered courtyard, also designed to be a great spot to relax any time of the day. This hotel is dedicated to giving you a cozy place to stay in Budapest and the staff work hard to assist you with anything that will make your stay more enjoyable.

Prestige Hotel Budapest

Prestige Hotel Budapest is located in the heart of the city center and offers an exceptional combination of stunning architecture, a peaceful atmosphere, and amazing cuisine. The building itself was built in the 1860s for residential use and was later used as an office building. In 2004 the yards were demolished and in 2014, the hotel development began with plans to maintain the original values of the building while adding a modern and elegant style. The hotel officially opened its doors in April 2015.

Today the rooms are filled with IPE Cavalli furniture, Swarovski crystal chandeliers, hand-painted English silk wallpapers, and premium quality Harlequin Leonida Velvet textiles. Inside the hotel, you will find huge open spaces and conference rooms, stylishly decorated down to the smallest details. You will also find one of the best restaurants, rated the 25th best restaurant in the world and the 5th restaurant in Budapest to receive the Michelin star award. The hotel restaurant, Costes Downtown, is run by celebrity chef Miguel Rocha Vieira who makes sure to give diners a world-class dining experience.

Whether you are visiting Budapest for pleasure or business, Prestige Hotel Budapest will give you a warm place to call home during your stay.  With friendly staff, several hotel services, and easy access to the city’s top sites, you are sure to find the perfect amount of comfort and luxury at this hotel.

Olive Tree

Olive Tree is a cozy restaurant in Budapest’s District VI, serving a variety of traditional Israeli, Hungarian, and Ukrainian dishes. Their goal is to bring the wonderful flavors of Jerusalem to Budapest for locals and tourists to enjoy. The founders of Olive Tree chose hummus as their primary dish because of its health benefits and the way it compliments several other dishes such as falafel and salad. At Olive Tree, you can choose from 16 hummus entrees or one of their other Middle Eastern falafel or shakshuka dishes.

Everything on their menu is made with fresh and real ingredients for both the taste and health benefits. You will also find many vegan and gluten-free options, making it a perfect stop for anyone looking for authentic Israeli cuisine. The interior is simple, yet cozy, and the menu is well priced for the high-quality flavors and ingredients. If you are a hummus fan, Olive Tree will give you a new way to explore this Middle Eastern dish.

 

Mazal Tov

Mazel Tov is located in the city center’s 7th district, in the middle of the historical Jewish quarter. The restaurant provides an urban, casual and comfortable feeling filled with herbs and trees that allows you to dine in a garden-like atmosphere. Sometimes guests get lucky and come when one of the local bands is performing, which adds even more to the already cozy vibe of the restaurant.

It is recommended to start off your meal here with one of their amazing starters, either the sweet potato wedges with pesto tahini or their homemade za’tar flavored pita chips. For the next course, they have several options from classic shakshuka and hummus plates to quinoa tabbouleh salad and falafel sandwiches. Mazal Tov also serves a wide variety of wines, beer, cocktails, and liquor, making sure there is something for everyone.

Dobrumba

The cuisine served at Dobrumba is inspired by several cultures and incorporates flavors from the Middle East, the Mediterranean and the Caucasus. Some of the menu items you will find include baba ganoush, shawarma, shakshuka, Moroccan beetroot, labneh, and pomegranate chicken liver. One of the best things about Dobruma is their unique twists to traditional Middle Eastern dishes. While they offer a traditional hummus, they also have a spicy paprika hummus, a warm hummus dish, and even a butternut squash hummus that has become a house favorite. 

It’s hard to come here and not fill up on their delightful entrees, but try and save room for dessert because you don’t want to miss out on the famous Basboussa or tahini brownie. The Basboussa is the most popular dessert item and consists of a Levante semolina cake with orange blossom syrup, toasted almosts, and thick yogurt. If you’re one of the many people who prefer a rich chocolate flavor, the vegan tahini brownie will not disappoint.

Dobrumba always tries to cater to those with dietary restrictions by providing gluten free bread and several vegan options. If you find yourself in Budapest’s 7th district, make sure to make a stop at Dobruma for some of the best Middle Eastern food this city has to offer.

Carmel Restaurant

The history of Carmel Restaurant goes back almost 30 years. During this time, both the menu and style have changed and for ten years now, the restaurant operates as a Glatt kosher restaurant. This restaurant serves a variety of traditional Jewish and Hungarian cuisine from matzo ball soup and liver to beef goulash and a Hortobagyi-style pancake.

Locals and guests from around the world come to dine at Carmel Restaurant and enjoy the authentic food and inviting atmosphere. It is located in the heart of the Jewish quarter and a perfect place to stop by while exploring the historic area. Many travelers also come to the Carmel Restaurant for Shabbat where they can enjoy fresh Challah and a delicious warm meal. If you’re in the area and want amazing kosher food, this is a spot you don’t want to miss.

Andrea

Andrea is originally from Venezuela and has been living in Paris for 2 years. She fell in love with energy, colors, and architecture of Paris during her first visit, and since moving there, her love for the city has only grown! Around every corner, there is a unique story, and every street gives off its own personality. While Andrea has several pre-designed tours based on different topics and interests, she is happy to create a custom tour if there is something specific you are interested in. Some of her tours will take you to popular landmarks and sites, while others are based on specific themes such as fashion, sports, urban life, Bohemian culture, and Paris-filmed movies. Andrea wants to share her love of Paris with you and show you another side to the city that you wouldn’t otherwise know or might miss while exploring on your own.

 

Alex

Alex is a native Parisian and licensed tour guide, offering tours to individuals and groups up to 12. Limiting the group size is a way to make sure all tour participants can hear the information and comfortably ask questions without fighting to get to the guide. Alex’s tours can last anywhere from one hour to the entire day, he can purchase tickets ahead of time to help you avoid long lines, and will even help you plan your visit to Paris. With Alex, you will explore Paris like a local, while gaining insight on some of the city’s top landmarks and discovering the hidden secrets of the city itself.  Alex does not have premade tours, he simply creates a plan with you based on your interests, needs, and time constraints.

Alex the Tour Guide

Alex has led thousands of visitors around the city through the many tours he offers. Whether you are interested in seeing the city’s finest street art, learning about the historic Marais neighborhood, or exploring the extravagant Château de Versailles, there is a tour for everyone. Alex is a native-English speaker who studied history and is now an expert on Paris. He is extremely passionate about his work and is happy to make a customizable tour to fit your needs and interests.

Flora

Flora is a licensed tour guide, specializing in the Jewish walking tours in Le Marais. She was born and raised in heart of the Jewish quarter in Paris and is very close to her Jewish origins. After studying history and art history at the Sorbonne University, she decided to become a guide with the hopes of revealing the city’s Jewish history that you would never find in a tour book. Flora is passionate about Paris, her Jewish origins, and sharing her vast knowledge with visitors who come to explore her hometown.  

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🌍 Celebrating One Year of the Jewish Silk Road Portal

World Jewish Travel was thrilled at #IMTM 2024 to present a copy of the WJT Jewish Silk Road Pressbook to the CEO of the Azerbaijan National Tourism Board Florian Sengstschmid and Jamilya Talibzade its Israeli representative Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB).

The Pressbook celebrates the one year anniversary of the Jewish Silk Road Portal launch, an amazing example of using Jewish travel as a means of cultural diplomacy, whilst highlighting the significant Jewish contribution to the ancient trade route. Kudos to our participating partners from the Kiriaty Foundation (Turkey), National Board of Tourism of #Georgia, National Board of Tourism of #Uzbekistan, and Israeli Embassy of #India.

See the overwhelming reaction from the press, by downloading our free pressbook. Special thanks to Moshe Gilad of the @haaretzcom for highlighting this forgotten but important story in the Galeria section of the newspaper and available to download on WJT.

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