Cover Foreign affairs undersecretary Antonio Morales, Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, Ambassador Titanilla Toth, Prime Minister's commissioner Zsolt V Nemet
Foreign affairs undersecretary Antonio Morales, Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, Ambassador Titanilla Toth, Prime Minister's commissioner Zsolt V Nemet
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Honouring the golden jubilee through a fashion show and an exhilarating culinary experience
In celebration of 50 years of diplomatic friendship between Hungary and the Philippines, the Hungarian ambassador to the Philippines, Her Excellency Titanilla Tóth and the Prime Minister’s commissioner, Zsolt V Németh held a week-long festivity showcasing her country’s rich cultural heritage.
“Tonight is not just about Hungary. It’s not Hungary’s national day but a celebration of our friendship with the Philippines as we commemorate 50 years of diplomatic relations,” said the ambassador.
The Hungarikum Reception was held on September 28 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel’s Grand Ballroom in Bonifacio Global City. It featured authentic Hungarian cuisine, volcanic wines, and a fashion show.
In attendance were friends of the embassy, Hungarians living in the Philippines, and government officials—with Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri sharing his remarkable experiences in Budapest.
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Above Zema Jewels
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Fine porcelain jewellery maker, Zema Jewels flourished their masterwork during the fashion show—boasting intricate details in their expansive offerings of bracelets, necklaces, rings and earrings.
Dennis Lustico and Adry Couture’s showstopping outfits stole the show, incorporating the modern Filipiniana style into traditional Hungarian embroidery.
Above Barnabás Hack and Attila Tímár
Barnabás Hack and Attila Tímár
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Guests were delighted to try some of Hungary’s most popular dishes prepared by Michelin-star chefs, Barnabás Hack and Attila Tímár. Most notable were the iconic goulash, chicken paprikash and Hungarian cottage cheese dumplings—topping it all off with lángos paired with Tokaj wines from Noble Grape.
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