The story of the Black Forest gâteau began in the early 19th century. Back then, the delicious combination of cherries, cream, and cherry schnapps was first discovered for a dessert. Over time, more ingredients were added until, in 1934, the original Black Forest gâteau was born.
Here, it’s not just about tasting – it’s about baking, too. Together with Alfred Boch, you’ll create your very own Black Forest Cherry Cake. Children lend a hand, adults enjoy the moment – and in the end, there’s a true slice of the Black Forest on your plate.
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It has been Germany’s most popular cake for many years – and here, we still make it by hand with the utmost care.
With us, you experience a piece of Black Forest history. Following our grandfather’s original recipe, we craft the famous Black Forest gâteau in the traditional way. Only the finest ingredients are used – smooth cream, rich dark chocolate, cherries from the region, and a hearty splash of cherry schnapps – all lovingly handmade in-house.
And best of all: our guests can always enjoy a fresh Black Forest gateau at the cake buffet.
SWR2: How many Black Forest gâteaux have you baked and decorated over the years?
Alfred Boch: In over 40 years, it’s already more than 24,000.
SWR2: In 1998, you made it into the Guinness Book of World Records. What kind of monster cake did you create?
Tune into the 10-minute SWR2 interview and find out what makes a real Black Forest gâteau so special, why Alfred Boch is called the Gâteau Pope, and how he earned his entry in the Guinness Book of Records in 1998.
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