Head down to the southwest of Germany and you'll come across approx 160km length of inhabited woodland - The Black Forest.
Said to have been the inspiration for the Brother Grimm fairytales, this region of Germany really is a sight to behold with its little villages, castles and stunning views.
As well as soaking up the history, culture and views there was something else during my latest trip I was after (well, two things actually but I didn't have enough room for a cuckoo clock!).
In the middle of the Black Forest lies the town of Triberg. Famous for its waterfalls and world's largest cuckoo clock, the town is home to Cafe Schäfer and, importantly, the original Black Forest Gateau recipe.
Created by Josef Keller in 1915 and tweaked in the years after, the recipe was handed to his then apprentice, August Schäfer and in turn to his son, Claus.
Claus Schäfer is the current head pastry chef at Cafe Schäfer and produces the famous cake as per the original recipe - cherries, whipped cream, dark chocolate cake, cherry liquor and chocolate shavings.
The cake in itself is delicious, fruity, chocolatey and gives a healthy kick of cherry liquor. The cafe is also a delight with friendly staff, plenty of treats to choose from and a relaxing atmosphere (surprisingly quiet, too!).
Handmade from fresh ingredients the Black Forest cake is famous in Germany and worldwide so if you're around the Black Forest then heading over to Schäfers' and grabbing a slice is a must!
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