Among the gastronomic specialties that are typical of our region and cannot be found anywhere else stuffed cabbage Debrecen style, spare-rib soup, stuffed savoury pancakes Hortobágy style, ‘slambuc’ (traditional shepherd’s dish made of bacon, potatoes and pasta), specialities made of the meat of Hungarian grey cattle, fish soup and dishes made in oven are definitely to be remembered.

Apart from the ingredients, the way of preparation also makes the local specialties particular dishes.

The surroundings of Debrecen is extremely well-known of its natural products that are free from synthetic substances and pesticides. These natural food products are made under special inspection and classification.

Organic farming can be found to a considerably extent in the surroundings of Debrecen, especially in Balmazújváros (green pepper, tomatoes, onions, garlic, eggplant, zucchini, broccoli and lettuce growing) as well as in Hortobágy (grey cattle breeding).

Apart from natural food specialities, visitors can naturally try traditional local food, the specialities of international cuisine or health food.