Rachel Roddy’s recipe for a not-sachertorte | A kitchen in Rome

Rachel Roddy's latest recipe is a "not-sachertorte," a chocolate cake inspired by the iconic Sachertorte from Vienna's Hotel Sacher. The inspiration for this particular recipe came from a friend's birthday request for a chocolate cake with glossy icing, reminiscent of the mini Sacher-inspired cakes sold at Barberini, a local bar and cake shop in Rome. Roddy's recipe aims to capture the essence of this classic Viennese dessert, adapted for a home kitchen. The article delves into the history and appeal of the Sachertorte, highlighting its status as a globally recognized pastry and the variations that exist, including the Roman interpretation found at Barberini.