- Gundel
Gundel is a famed restaurant located in the
Budapest City Park.History
A previous restaurant in the spot, "Wampetics", opened in
1894 . In 1910,Károly Gundel took over the Wampetics lease and operated the restaurant. His sonJanos Gundel , who had learned the hospitality trade at other hotels and restaurants, took over the restaurant's management. He created a dramatic and luxurious style that increased its popularity and created an international reputation.In
1939 , the restaurant did the catering for the Hungarian contingent at1939 World's Fair inNew York City . In1949 , the restaurant was nationalized and operated by state companyHungar Hotels , but it was reopened by AmericansRonald S. Lauder andGeorge Lang in1992 . ConsultantsAdam Tihany and graphic artistMilton Glaser assisted in its design.Dishes
One of Gundel's signature dishes is the Gundel
palacsinta , a pancake with a filling made from rum, raisin, walnuts, and lemon zest, served with a chocolate sauce.Current quality
Some debate whether Gundel provides excellent cuisine today. [http://72.14.209.104/search?q=cache:J_uQ7_vT_qMJ:www.bloomberg.com/apps/news%3Fpid%3D10000088%26sid%3Da9ZFJT6ZHeHk%26refer%3Dculture+gundel+1949+restaurant&hl=en&gl=us&ct=clnk&cd=4] While its location and historical value are clear, the food is expensive, and the restaurant does not necessarily meet international
haute cuisine standards.External references
*Gundel pancake (palacsinta) [http://www.gundel.hu/etterem/index.php?lang=en&mid=3 recipe] from Hungary
* [http://www.gundel.hu/etterem/index.php?lang=en&mid=197 Gundel's home page]
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