Budapest’s Markets Unveiled 

This isn’t just a “market tour with a local.” It’s an exclusive food tour led by a culinary expert, revealing the essence of Hungarian flavors through personal stories, history, and tastings. Guests don’t just listen, they are immersed in culture, history, and food, and come away with cooking know-how and cultural insights.

Step beyond the postcard and into everyday Hungarian life with a culinary insider. At Lehel Market—a bustling hub where locals shop—you’ll discover the soul of Hungarian cooking on a chef-guided tour that blends tastings, tradition, and storytelling. This tour goes beyond paprika, pickles, and sausages to show how ingredients live, evolve, and inspire meals across generations. Whether you’re a passionate home cook, a traveler seeking authentic off-the-beaten-path experiences, or simply curious, this food tour was created for people like you by a person like you.

You will receive personalized recommendations and answers only a local chef can provide. Tours are concise, highly informative, and satisfying. You’ll leave with a full belly and a deeper understanding of food and culture. We may meet as strangers, but we will leave as friends—join this private guided food and cultural tour.

This one-of-a-kind food tour is led by me, a culinary professional. I have worked in a two-star Michelin kitchen, I worked as a sous chef in the US, and briefly I even ran a nightclub in New Jersey. Now I operate as a private chef, – ex clients include Ashton Kutcher, Riley Keough ( Elvis’ granddaughter), and a few more I can’t name.- I’m also a culinary consultant, educator (teaching fermentation at community gardens), and instructor (online and live cooking classes). I was born in this city, and my family has been a part of Budapest’s rich cultural history since the late 1800s. This is Budapest as food lovers dream it: vibrant, bold, and full of flavor.

Reserve a spot to discover Lehel Market through the eyes of a chef—authentic, detailed, and focused on real food.