Gourmet
Are you curious to see what culinary experiences Vác, where even Maria Theresa was happy to be a guest, has to offer? Join us and discover the most exciting local flavours!
It's probably no big secret to say that, like so many other areas, Vác excels in the gastronomic field. There are restaurants, cafés and pizzerias in many parts of the city, with a choice of restaurants not only for elegant, festive occasions but also for street food lunches.
Would you also like to explore the city's ice cream offer? Vác has a lot of ice cream shops, so it's worth checking out a few of them to find the flavours you like.
Vác is a true festival city, and the city's gastronomic events make the festival season a colourful experience. The Danube Bend Craft Beer Festival in August, the Vác Lecsó Festival in September and the Danube Bend Wine and Brandy Festival in October offer more and more gastronomic specialities every year.
The culinary experience of the city is crowned by the best pastry shop in the country, which beckons you to the beautiful baroque main square of Vác. A Mihályi Patisserie the sight and taste of top-quality desserts will convince you that every dessert is a true work of art. If you are a food lover, you must get to know the flavours here!
What other gastronomic events are waiting for you in Vác?
Taste of Vác, the Mária Terézia Melange
Did you know that there is a coffee speciality you can only find in Vácon? The Maria Theresa Melange was created in honour of the Queen with the professional expertise of barista Ildikó Veres.
Honeyed almond apples were a favourite sweet of Maria Theresa, and the culinary curiosity of Vác's signature coffee, which is now available in 15 cafés, confectioneries and restaurants, was created using the ingredients.
Source: facebook page of Vác Vác Város Központi Piac
Producer markets in Vácon
Vác is lucky to have two special markets for locals and visitors alike.
The Central Market of Váci is a colourful, nostalgic place next to the main square where you can always go for local flavours and fresh vegetables, while the Bishop's Farmers' Market opposite the Cathedral offers homemade baked goods, dairy products, jams, cheese and honey.
Of course, the offerings are constantly changing, so it's worth returning to Vác several times to enjoy the fun atmosphere of the markets again and again during a sightseeing tour.
The pálinka of Vác, Lunczer pálinka
Vác's premium quality brandy is produced in Kosdo, just a hop and a skip away from Vác. The Kosd distillery produces brandy from nearly 20 different fruits, and also hosts intimate tasting evenings.
Such an occasion is a real journey through time and taste, all the more so because you can learn about the process of making brandy in an authentic environment, while tasting the fruit brandies and cooking.
- Address: 2612 Kosd, Erzsébet u. 11.
- E-mail: kapcsolat@lunczer.hu
- Website: www.lunczer.hu
Wines of Vác - The Vác wine region is reviving
The wine region of Vác is beginning to regain its former glory, and we are delighted to see the flavours and wine culture of the past come to life. The grape varieties traditionally typical of this region are being presented in wine using the most modern techniques.
Dr. Boglárka Lingvay and Dr. Gábor Czike started winemaking years ago as a hobby, but now they are creating better and better, real handcrafted wines of Vác every year. The grapes grown on Vác-Törökhegy have already produced several gold medal-winning wines, which are a great tribute to all the people who live here.
Taste the wines of Váci, named after the town's landmarks: Kőszentes, Kőkapu, Vörösház, Credo.
- Address: 2613 Rád, Rákóczi út 2.
- E-mail: info@lingvay.hu
- Website: www.lingvaypinceszet.hu
KCZ craft beers in Vác
Craft beers have become hugely popular in recent years, with beer lovers eager to discover new flavours and varied and exciting labels.
If you like to drink beer in Vác and want to get to know unique flavours, KCZ beers are the place to get to know. Their names alone will put a smile on your face. These beers are as much a conversation starter as a first gastronomic date.
Website: www.kczbrand.hu
Unusual flavours, a cheerful palette of colours, inviting aromas. Wouldn't you want to visit Vác without exploring the amazing local gastronomy?