Korean Influencer’s Culinary Adventure at Budapest’s Pléh Csárda

A Taste of Budapest

A popular Korean YouTuber, Tzuyang, known for her mukbang videos, recently visited Budapest’s iconic Pléh Csárda restaurant, creating a stir in the online culinary world. Tzuyang, who boasts an impressive 11.4 million subscribers, embarked on what she called a “2kg giant Wiener Schnitzel challenge” in the Hungarian capital.

The Culinary Challenge

The video, titled “2kg Giant Wiener Schnitzel Challenge!! This is why I came to Budapest, Hungary!” showcases Tzuyang’s impressive feat at the renowned eatery. As reported by Telex, a Hungarian news outlet, the influencer’s gastronomic journey didn’t stop at schnitzel.

A Feast of Hungarian Flavors

According to the report, Tzuyang consumed two enormous breaded pork cutlets, reminiscent of the restaurant’s famous oversized portions. In an interesting cultural fusion, she added an East Asian sauce to the dish, comparing it to tonkatsu, a popular Japanese pork cutlet. But the culinary adventure didn’t end there – Tzuyang proceeded to devour two servings of pacalpörkölt, a traditional Hungarian tripe stew.

Online Sensation

The video quickly gained traction online, amassing half a million views within hours of its release. This rapid viewership is a testament to Tzuyang’s popularity and the growing interest in cross-cultural culinary experiences.

2kg giant Wiener Schnitzel challenge

The popular Korean YouTuber, Tzuyang, meets Hungarian cuisine..who will win?

As of January 19, 2025, the video continues to gain views, likely surpassing its initial numbers significantly. This culinary spectacle at Pléh Csárda has undoubtedly put the restaurant and Hungarian cuisine in the spotlight for millions of viewers worldwide.

Mukbang: A Global Phenomenon

Mukbang videos, where content creators eat large quantities of food while interacting with their audience, have become a global phenomenon. Tzuyang’s visit to Pléh Csárda not only showcases this trend but also highlights Budapest’s rich culinary scene to an international audience.

The Magic of Hungarian Cuisine

While Tzuyang’s mukbang showcased one restaurant, it highlighted Hungary’s rich culinary tradition. The country is renowned for its hearty, flavorful dishes that provide comfort and warmth, especially during cold winters. Hungarian cuisine truly shines in its winter offerings. Comfort foods like goulash (gulyás), a rich beef stew, and pörkölt, a meat stew with paprika, warm the soul on chilly days. For those with a sweet tooth, traditional Hungarian desserts like Dobos torte (a layered cake with caramel) and kürtőskalács (chimney cake) offer a delightful end to any meal.

Image source: Tzuyang’s Youtube Channel