ISZKOR - Mályinka

The story

ISZKOR in Ózd: Chef Ádám Pohner’s Honest Hungarian Cuisine

The chef and the kitchen

Chef Ádám Pohner established Iszkor in the quiet village of Mályinka, directing a focused approach to Hungarian cooking from a remote setting near Ózd. His menu treats the kitchen as a personal statement rather than a fixed repertoire. A recent fourteen point rating from Gault&Millau reflects how consistently the team executes this vision. Transparency shapes daily operations, especially when local suppliers require quick recipe adjustments.

The room and the table

Blue painted walls and natural wood flooring create a relaxed backdrop for meals. Guests can reserve seats on the wooden terrace, which shifts into a heated bubble tent when temperatures drop. Fresh cut flowers appear on every table, softening the straightforward interior design. Even the restrooms feature considered details that match the kitchen’s practical ethos. The space feels lived in rather than staged, encouraging diners to settle in comfortably.

Signature plates and regional produce

The layered savoy cabbage dish demonstrates how carefully composed flavors can stand without heavy seasoning. Cooked alongside Gesztely mangalitsa pork and rich cream from Szuhafő Jersey cows, the preparation offers a rice free alternative brightened with spring onion and rocket. Another notable plate features delicate dumplings resting in a light Asian inspired broth, where the kitchen substitutes trout for carp and informs guests immediately. The wine list focuses on regional vineyards, mirroring the same agricultural boundaries that shape this Hungarian cuisine.