From now on, people with hearing and visual impairments will receive special attention at the Gundel restaurant. The waiting staff have learnt basic sign language in both English and Hungarian, whilst visually impaired guests can discover the stories behind the dishes at Hungary’s most famous restaurant via a menu in Braille. A short film about Gundel, directed by Péter Bergendy, has also been produced and is available from today..

Attention to detail and respect are key pillars of the restaurant, where, from now on, people with hearing and visual impairments will be able to experience the true Gundel experience. The waiters have learnt the 10 most important sign language phrases for guests, in both English and Hungarian, and helps to provide an even higher standard of service for the visually impaired by showcasing the history of the dishes Menu in Braille. And on top of all that, Accessibility is also a priority within the restaurant premises.

Gundel He is particularly proud that his team is made up of such an inclusive community, which works day in, day out to ensure that everyone feels at home with them. This is also evident in the way they treat people with disabilities Gundel hospitality as shown in the recently filmed short film by the renowned director, whose credits include, amongst others, *The Exam* and *Post Mortem* Péter Bergendy produced. As well as its emotional value, the short film is also of educational significance.

“The short film we produced in collaboration with Gundel tells a very human story which, as well as offering a glimpse into the workings of this special restaurant with its rich history and ever-evolving character, also presents a fine example of people looking out for one another – a value that is increasingly being lost in today’s world. This is precisely why it is important that we remind ourselves time and again just how simple an act paying attention is, and yet what everyday miracles it can bring about,” he said. Péter Bergendy.

Jenő Magyary, Managing Director of Gundel confirmed that, alongside its legendary hospitality, Social responsibility and sensitivity have always been part of Gundel’s core values, and has shaped the attitude of the staff working here, which is now evident in the care they show towards guests with visual and hearing impairments.

“Károly Gundel ran the restaurant in Városliget – founded in 1894 and later named after him – with the intention that its doors should be open to everyone. He shaped Gundel into a place defined by hospitality, culinary artistry and the preservation of tradition – a place where it is always a pleasure to visit. ”This is a legacy that the current operator, Eventrend, also fully embraces and continues to enrich,” said the two founding owners of the Eventrend Group, which operates Gundel, Zoltán Kőrössy and Gábor Nagy.