Culinaris

Culinaris is a prominent Hungarian gourmet food retailer, importer, wholesaler, and online store specializing in high-quality food and beverage products. Founded in 2003, the company has established itself as one of Hungary's pioneering gourmet markets, offering an exceptional selection of premium delicacies that are rare or unavailable in standard supermarkets.

Operating primarily in Budapest, Culinaris maintains multiple physical locations, including flagship stores in central districts such as District V (Balassi Bálint utca 7) and others like Perc utca 8 and Pusztaszeri út 59. These stores provide a luxurious shopping experience with a wide assortment of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy products, cheeses, meats, fish and seafood, foie gras, prosciutto, caviar, organic and health foods, gourmet items, wines, spirits, tea, coffee, spices, herbs, olive oils, pasta, grains, honey, sugars, spreads, juices, soft drinks, confectionery, snacks, baby food, and frozen foods.

The stores feature not only retail shopping but also in-house bakeries, delis, and coffee shops, blending elements of a specialty supermarket with bistro services. Customers praise Culinaris for its outstanding customer service, unique atmosphere, and hard-to-find international specialties like French yogurt, goat cheese, Orangina, and premium bakery items such as long cheese bread sticks. The emphasis is on controlled, fresh, and natural products from around the world and local Hungarian sources, catering to food enthusiasts, expats, and discerning shoppers seeking top-tier quality.

Culinaris imports specialties from multiple continents, positioning itself as a key player in Hungary's gourmet market for over 20 years. The company also operates a wholesaler arm and has an online presence for broader accessibility. Recent developments include ownership changes, with the business sold to István Száraz in 2020, and potential sales of its retail and wholesale divisions discussed in 2025. With approximately 50-100 employees in Hungary, Culinaris continues to delight customers through its exclusive product range and sensory shopping experience.

• Specialty deli with premium meats, cheeses, and pâtés
• Extensive wine and spirits selection
• Fresh bakery and produce sections
• Focus on organic, ethnic, and health-oriented foods

Ideal for manufacturers and suppliers targeting upscale retail channels in Hungary, Culinaris offers a premium platform for food, drinks, and beauty products in a competitive gourmet niche.