Craving guilt-free sweetness in Budapest? Head to Édes Mackó chimney cake patisserie every Wednesday and Friday for fresh gluten-free and dairy-free chimney cakes (kürtőskalács) baked starting at 10 a.m. No pre-orders required on these days—just show up at their spot in the Holnemvolt Vár Lovarda building on Állatkerti körút 14-16, 1146 Budapest, in Zugló’s 14th district. These chimney cakes, Hungary’s iconic spiral pastries traditionally baked over embers, are transformed into heavenly desserts you can enjoy on their open or enclosed terraces along with other treats. On other weekdays, they bake these special versions only for minimum orders of four, with at least one day’s advance notice. They aim to satisfy custom requests whenever possible.
Event Dates in Budapest
Mark your calendars for March 25, 2026 (Wednesday) and March 27, 2026—prime times to indulge in these treats right in the heart of the city, steps from major attractions.
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Why Édes Mackó Rules Chimney Cakes
As Hungary’s first chimney cake patisserie, Édes Mackó transforms traditional ember-roasted chimney cakes (kürtőskalács) into divine desserts. Grab chimney cakes, cake-based sweets, and more on their terraces, all in that prime Állatkerti körút location.
