Sachertorte (my modern interpretation of it anyway)

For those passionate about patisserie, Vienna is somewhat of a food heaven. Vienna is, amongst other things, the birthplace of the Sachertorte. The original recipe for this 'torte' was developed by Franz Sacher in 1832 for a dinner party hosted by Prince Wenzel von Metternich. It was Franz' son, however, who succeeded in perfecting the recipe and introducing it at the famous Demel bakery and later at Hotel Sacher, where you can still enjoy it today. Needless to say that I would love to have a cup of tea with a genuine slice of Sachertorte at some point! For now, however, other recipes and my own baking will have to suffice.

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