July 13, 2008

The Equestrian Show

The Hungarian Longhorn. Sturdy animals from the Great Plains of Hungary.

July 12, 2008

Finally it is Lunch Time

Nicely set table, inviting aromas, new faces and plenty of red & white wines and conversation.

Traditional instruments and melodies from a century back provide just the right mood.

The pottery with the faces served as the wine vessels. On the plate is paprikas made of gray beef. Very tasty fare with a cabbage salad.

July 11, 2008

Arriving at the Equestrian Farm

These young ladies with trays were waiting for us with locally made apple brandy. It was smooth and strong - especially as it was only 11 a.m., but with a little bit of home made bread...there were no complaints.

On the carriages once more, we were on our way to the vineyards for a wine tasting. There were small family owned places along the way with even a cemetery in the midst which made me wonder whether the town was once out there, or the cometary was for the heroic workers of the grape.

A nice cool spot on a hot day. Remember it was still morning when we bellied up to these tables for a taste of four delightful wines. Then a ride back to the farm for a hearty lunch. More to come...

July 10, 2008

Trip to Solt

You are looking at the inside of the hydrofoil we boarded in Budapest on the Danube for our trip to the City of Solt. The trip took approximately 1.5 hours while we enjoyed the view and refreshments.

Docking at Solt where there is not so much as a cabin at the pier, but we were met by...

four horse drawn carriages to take us to the equestrian farm. The rest of the trip will be showing in the days to come. Do come back.