Being that we just entered a new year, a year that the Mayans predicted would be the last, I'm feeling more purposeful than usual for this time of year.

Came across the "Velveteen Rabbit" and thought that it may be enjoyed by some of you as much as I've enjoyed it. Here is a brief quote. Sit for a minute and think - are you real?

In the somewhat bleak downtown on Kiraly utca, where you would least expect to find such a gem is the Haxen King Restaurant.

Did you realize that you live in the city with the most beautiful cafe in the civilized world? According to U City Guides travelers judged the New York Cafe in Budapest to be the most beautiful.

Those of you who have been around Budapest for a while and read Pestiside (perhaps speak enough Hungarian to understand), selected restaurants throughout Hungary offer their services on Maundy Thursday at a 50% discount.

A long standing tradition in Budapest is repeated again with a fine selection of programs, venues and performers. Music for everyone at various locations throughout the city.

J. Edgar - directed by Clint Eastwood

The Eger wine region of Hungary is most famous for its red wines and among them the fiercely named "Bull's Blood". Winemakers of Tokaj and Eger began to move toward bringing attention to the fine white varieties they also produce.

Back in January I shared with you my newly discovered, doable exercise experiment. It is very gentle (it can be), yet still beneficial and it is fun, something I actually enjoy.