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1 AN EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION OF GOURMET PRODUCTS HUNGARIAN FOOD PRODUCTS HANDMADE GMO FREE NO PRESERVATIVES 1

2 DISCOVER FLAVOURS from the GOLDEN AGE

3 Introduction Hungary s excellent geographical features and centuries-old gastronomic traditions are part of our heritage and the foundation of Hungarian Heritage food products. Hungary, the heart of Europe 4

4 Badacsony hills and lake Balaton 5

Historical background A compromise in 1867 between Hungary and Austria created the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy.

The Monarchy became one of the most important empires in Europe at that time. Global technology and agriculture advanced with a number of important Hungarian inventions during this period.

machinery. Budapest, the capital of Hungary, achieved a new splendour.

universities. Europe s first Underground line started to operate and Budapest became one of the most important European trade centres.

5 Historical background A compromise in 1867 between Hungary and Austria created the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy. This was the beginning of a grand period that historians began to call the Golden Age due to its incomparable economic and cultural prosperity. The Monarchy became one of the most important empires in Europe at that time. Global technology and agriculture advanced with a number of important Hungarian inventions during this period. For example, the improved rolling mill of András Mechwart revolutionized the milling industry on a global scale, just like Karl Köszegi did when he unveiled his new engine for agricultural machinery. Budapest, the capital of Hungary, achieved a new splendour. Movie theatres, cabarets and music halls opened, cultural buildings rose from the ground and the country was able to boast about its beautiful Opera house, and various museums and universities. Europe s first Underground line started to operate and Budapest became one of the most important European trade centres. After the mid-19th century, railways linked all the major cities of Europe to the capital and the country s larger cities. Coat of arms of Austro-Hungarian Empire At the pinnacle of this Golden Age aristocrats, industrialists, bankers, artists, celebrities and scientists were the regular guests of exclusive, internationally acclaimed Budapest restaurants like Gundel, Gerbaud confectionery or the New York coffee house household names today. Hungarian State Opera House - Budapest 6 Horse derby -1887

6 Flavours from the Golden Age Hungarian gastronomy began to grow in esteem for European gourmets during this period. A synthesis of German, Austrian and Slavic flavours makes Hungarian cuisine unique to this day. More than a century has passed, and we have decided to use traditional recipes to revive the flavours from the Golden Age. These recipes have not only been preserved, but improved upon with innovation and modern technique. This is how our flavour masters create these works of art, which now grace the tables of delicacy enthusiasts around the world. Franz Joseph I, king of Hungary

7 Our story - Hungarian Heritage Founder Istvan Szoke has a passion for specialty food that stems from his family history. His ancestors served as garden masters on estates of the Lord Chancellor of Hungary, Count Gyorgy Apponyi ( ) in eastern Hungary. Traditional tastes handcrafted and free of chemicals and additives are still vivid in his memory. He envisioned a collection of Hungarian culinary works of art and to make these products internationally available under an independent brand name. Our goal was to revive and to enhance flavours from the Golden Age. Due to an innovative combination of high-quality ingredients, our experts created unique tastes that establish a new category of flavours. This is Hungarian Heritage. A team of renowned experts and chefs curates the portfolio and only selects producers that meet the uncompromising standards of the brand. Istvan Szoke 8

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10 The craft Our products are produced exclusively in Hungary, and our handpicked ingredients originate from Hungary s unique, pristine countryside Our professional competence covers the entire production process, guaranteeing of Hungarian Heritage s high quality. In addition to our principle of traditionalism, Hungarian Heritage believes being modern also means being innovative. The production process rests on three pillars: Controlled supervision of the cultivation, harvesting and transportation of the basic ingredients. Continuous monitoring of our producers adherence to sanitary and quality regulations. Keeping our technologies and practices up-to-date, and continuously inventing new tastes. Our craftsmen Fruit and vegetable farmers Hungarian farmers grow the basic ingredients on their farms as our producer partners. Flavour masters Innate skill, drive and experience underlie a master s ability to smell, taste and develop exceptional flavours. Our flavour masters curate all our tastes. Professional truffle hunters Truffle gathering has remained the same for centuries. It was not influenced by advancements in modern technology because there is only one reliable method to find truffles: professional truffle hunters scout the forest with trained dogs. The animals, attracted by the irresistible scent of truffles, usually find them at the foot of oak trees, about 20 cm deep in the soil. 11

11 The collection Products with truffle Discovering the depths of a truffle is the step when you become a real gourmet. The incomparable taste forms an individual gastronomic category all of its own. Truffles frame every dish in their own image and aid to bring out aromas that otherwise would be hidden from everything they are paired with. The use of truffles in Hungarian gastronomy reaches back to the 16th century. Its popularity achieved a new peak in the 1990s. Honey Honey is a real gift of nature. Due to the outstanding features of the Carpathian Basin, Hungary is one of the largest producers of high-quality acacia honey in the world. Foie gras Foie gras products require an unprecedented level of expertise and understanding of the production process, from the rearing of birds based on centuries-old practices to the final touches. Luxury never goes out of fashion. 12

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Grapeseed Oil with Truffle Truffle Sauce Plum Balm with Truffle ABOUT THE PRODUCT Grapeseed oil is highly esteemed among fans of healthy lifestyles.

ABOUT THE PRODUCT We have created this simple yet special truffle sauce by using finely chopped black truffle (Tuber uncinatum), pine nuts and olive oil. This product reinvents fresh truffles.

It also goes well with mayonnaise and cold sauces, or with scrambled eggs as part of a healthy breakfast.

13 Grapeseed Oil with Truffle Truffle Sauce Plum Balm with Truffle ABOUT THE PRODUCT Grapeseed oil is highly esteemed among fans of healthy lifestyles. In this special blend, the cold-pressed grapeseed oil is framed by the incomparable taste of winter truffle. DIRECTIONS FOR USE Accompanies many dishes. We suggest mixing it with dressings or sauces. ABOUT THE PRODUCT We have created this simple yet special truffle sauce by using finely chopped black truffle (Tuber uncinatum), pine nuts and olive oil. This product reinvents fresh truffles. DIRECTIONS FOR USE It can be used in many ways: with cheese or salads, for marinating or seasoning meat and used alone for pasta or infused with sauces. It also goes well with mayonnaise and cold sauces, or with scrambled eggs as part of a healthy breakfast. ABOUT THE PRODUCT This traditional Hungarian plum preserve is cooked for a very long time in a cauldron. The caramelized sweet plums and sugar give it a typically bittersweet, sour taste. We have combined it with dark balsamic vinegar, Cognac and of course truffles. The result is a unique example of sweet and sour tastes. DIRECTIONS FOR USE Accompanies many dishes. Try it with cheeses, for instance, or mix it with dressings or sauces. It perfectly suits any type of venison dish. 14

Acacia Honey with Truffle ABOUT THE PRODUCT This product is

We recommend it for goose and duck foie gras and for seasoning

DIRECTIONS FOR USE Mix with mayonnaise or sweet and sour sauce.

14 Acacia Honey with Truffle ABOUT THE PRODUCT This product is composed of two gifts from nature. We recommend it for goose and duck foie gras and for seasoning hot and cold dressings. DIRECTIONS FOR USE Mix with mayonnaise or sweet and sour sauce. Glaze roasted or grilled meat or fill cakes or sweets. It is also ideal for breakfast meals, such as toast, croissants, brioche or buttery scones. 15

Duck Foie Gras Goose Foie Gras ABOUT THE PRODUCT DIRECTIONS FOR USE Fully cooked it is mostly used for canned foods but restaurants also love to offer it as a valuable ingredient of appetizers or

Due to its high value, goose foie gras plays a historical role in the Hungarian luxury gastronomy.

15 Duck Foie Gras Goose Foie Gras ABOUT THE PRODUCT DIRECTIONS FOR USE Fully cooked it is mostly used for canned foods but restaurants also love to offer it as a valuable ingredient of appetizers or venison dishes. ABOUT THE PRODUCT Goose foie gras lovers adore its smoothness and subtle, buttery-like, rich flavour. Due to its high value, goose foie gras plays a historical role in the Hungarian luxury gastronomy. In Hungary the geese are never treated with any hormones or antibiotics and are fed with natural fodder. DIRECTIONS FOR USE It provides premium quality either cooked or fresh. We recommend that goose foie gras should be accompanied with the world-famous Hungarian sweet wine, Tokaji Aszú, that emphasizes the distinct aroma and taste of this luxury food. Rich in decadent taste, while its texture resembles that of butter. Many master chefs consider the quality of Hungarian foie gras as Queen of All. No wonder that Japan, Switzerland and France are the leading customers of Hungarian foie gras. 16

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An exclusive collection of gourmet products HUNGARIAN FOOD PRODUCTS HANDMADE GMO FREE NO PRESERVATIVES

An exclusive collection of gourmet products HUNGARIAN FOOD PRODUCTS HANDMADE GMO FREE NO PRESERVATIVES 1 DISCOVER FLAVOURS from the GOLDEN AGE Introduction Hungary s excellent geographical features and