Káptalantóti’s beloved Liliomkert Market opens every Sunday, 7:00–14:00, drawing newcomers and loyal regulars to one of the prettiest corners of the Balaton Uplands, the Kál Basin (Káli-medence). Dreamed up by biologist-engineer Ildikó Harmathy, this now nationally known destination is a weekly ritual for food lovers, locals, and travelers who’ll happily drive hours just to be here. Come hungry: resisting the rounds of tastings as you weave between stalls is nearly impossible, and that’s precisely the point.
You’ll find baskets hiding pork crackling biscuits and cheesy pogácsa, mounds of fragrant caraway crescent rolls, and steaming, oven-fresh sour cream flatbreads flipping out onto wooden boards. Vendors encourage sampling, and the direct chat with producers gives the place its charm: faces behind the flavors, and stories behind every jar, loaf, and bottle.
Where, When, How
Address: 8283 Káptalantóti, Petőfi St. 1. The market runs year-round, every Sunday, 7:00–14:00. Crowds swell in the late morning, so early birds get the shortest lines and first pick. Bring cash — not every stall takes cards.
What to Taste and Take Home
Foodstuffs: farmhouse cheeses, fresh cracklings, ham, syrups, preserves, fresh and dried fruit, homemade breads and pastries, and rétes in multiple flavors. Drinks: homemade syrups, pálinka, and local wines. Crafts: wood carvings, handmade decor, lavender- and rose-patterned white ceramics, unique gifts. Antiques: old objects, books, and curios with patina and personality.
People and Place
Liliomkert began with a friendly chat and grew into one of the region’s most popular meeting points for producers and buyers. The market’s special atmosphere comes from the personal presence of makers and the easy conversations at the stalls — a marketplace where tasting is part of the shopping list.
Stay, Savor, Explore
Káptalantóti sits cradled by four hills at the village’s edge, with Lake Balaton just 2.49 miles away. Nearby villages include Badacsonytomaj, Salföld, and Mindszentkálla. A guesthouse offers three apartments, each with its own kitchen and bathroom — perfect for a slow weekend capped with evening grilling and a glass of local wine.
On the southwest slope of Tóti Hill (Tóti-hegy), a family estate hosts a kitchen led since 2010 by the family’s daughter, Csilla Istvándy. Alongside the restaurant: a soccer field, playground, and open space for families and friends.
The Yellow House (Sárga Ház) is a quiet refuge away from the crowds. The 2,153 ft² house is divided into three 753 ft² units — Pergola House, Bunker, and VinCellér — each with living, dining, sleeping, bathroom, and kitchenette. A separate Kiwi House (Kivi-ház) summer kitchen turns garden-fresh harvests into playful menus.
Wines of Basalt and Breeze
From Sabar Hill (Sabar-hegy) comes a seven-hectare winery in the Badacsony Wine Region, crafting international-style, concentrated, lively wines with moderate alcohol. Mostly white varieties, with rosé and reds in the mix, and premium barrels for their elegant selections.
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
