Have you been looking for the Hungarian spice par excellence and have yet to find it? It is rather simple. The spice in question was used for the first time in Hungarian cooking during the Napoleonic wars of the 19th century to replace pepper, considered the spice of the oppressor. Today, paprika figures in all aspects of Hungarian culture, from embroidery to children’s stories. But to fully appreciate that smoky spice, you have to taste it. For that, head straight to Heroes’ Square, and let the piano notes guide you to Paprika Vendéglo. Budapest, Dózsa György út 72, 1071 Hungary
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