"Opened in 1867 by the son of the original pastry creator, this ornate hotel established itself as the standard-bearer for the classic chocolate-and-apricot torte; a 1955 court ruling found the hotel’s version closest to the original recipe and granted it the exclusive right to market its cake as the “Original” rendition. The hotel’s long family connection to the dessert and its formal, historic setting make it a go-to destination for those seeking the canonical experience." - Sasha Martin