In the development of the specific flavors of the traditionally Szekler-Hungarian kitchen of Gyergyó the cooking habits of the Armenian families of merchants settled centuries ago, and nevertheless of the Romanian population, have had a tremendous contribution. The traditional Hungarian recipes over time were complemented by the spices used by Armenians and Romanians and there are cases when full recipes were included in the daily menu of the locals. A strongpoint of the local kitchen is given by the wide varieties of mushrooms and wild fruits found in the nearby forests, basic ingredients of everyday dishes.
