{"id":329663,"date":"2019-03-01T11:10:52","date_gmt":"2019-03-01T10:10:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/funzine.hu\/?p=329663"},"modified":"2019-03-01T17:08:57","modified_gmt":"2019-03-01T16:08:57","slug":"sponge-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/funzine.hu\/en\/2019\/03\/01\/gastro\/sponge-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Restaurants Where You Can Taste Soml\u00f3i Sponge Cake (Soml\u00f3i Galuska)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Love, love love: these three words come to our mind, thrilling out taste buds whenever we hear the name of this creatively layered dessert. And you, my friend are very lucky, because this time not only will you find out where there’s the best soml\u00f3i sponge cake in town, but also get the recipe thanks to P\u00f6rc & Pr\u00e9zli<\/a> restaurant. Are you excited yet?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ingredients (for 10 people)<\/h3>\n

Sponge cake: 12 eggs, 240 g flour, 240 g sugar, 4 g baking powder, 20 g cocoa powder, 20 g ground walnut – chocolate sauce: 3 dl water, 80 g cocoa powder, 1 pinch of salt, 5 cl oil, 30 g sugar -vanilla cream: 1 l milk, 5 eggs, 15 g sugar, 80 g vanilla custard-powder, 1 vanilla bean – sugar syrup: 30 g sugar, 5 cl rum, 100 g raisin – 1 l whipped cream<\/p>\n

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P\u00f6rc & Pr\u00e9zli<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Directions<\/h3>\n

Bake three types of sponge cakes. First, divide the eggs, portion them into three bowls equally. Add 80-80 g sugar to the yolks, and mix them together until smooth with an electric mixer. Do the same with egg whites and a pinch of salt until stiff, also in 3 portions. Carefully mix the whisked whites and the yolks, and whilst constantly stirring, add 1\/3 of the baking powder and 80 g flour. Ground walnut goes into sponge cake number 2, and cocoa powder into the third (please note that you need half a spoon less of flour this time). Preheat the oven to 160 degrees, and bake each sponge cake for 8 minutes. Use the toothpick test to see if they are done.<\/p>\n

For the sugar syrup, bring a bowl of water (with sugar and raisin) to boil. Add rum at the end, then cool it down. Now mix the ingredients of the chocolate sauce, and cook until it reaches the right consistency. Continue with the vanilla cream: heat milk (it calls for a slow simmer), add half of the sugar and the vanilla bean (cut open) after boiling. When ready, mix it with custard-powder and get it off the stove. Whisk the other half of the sugar with the egg yolks carefully, add it to the milk under constant stirring. Finally, add the beaten egg whites to the cream.<\/p>\n

Well done! Now it\u2019s time for layering your sponge cake: white sponge cake, 1\/3 sugar syrup with raisin, cocoa sponge cake, sugar syrup, 1\/3 vanilla cream, walnut sponge cake, sugar syrup, and the rest of the cream on top. Garnish: cocoa powder and walnut pieces. Leave it to rest in the fridge for a few hours before serving with chocolate sauce and whipped cream.<\/p>\n

Wine Advisor:<\/h3>\n

Your palate will be overcome with the flavours of Cabernet Franc from Szeksz\u00e1rd which really shines when paired with the Soml\u00f3i sponge cake.<\/p>\n

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The City\u2019s Best Soml\u00f3i Sponge Cake Restaurants<\/h3>\n

One of the most decadent desserts you can imagine, Hungary\u2019s classic Soml\u00f3i sponge cake is lighter than it looks, which makes it the perfect choice to add a delicious finish to your meals. If you want to give this sweet treat a taste, try one of the following 11 Budapest locations which offer the best Soml\u00f3i sponge cakes in town.<\/p>\n

P\u00f6rc & Pr\u00e9zli<\/a><\/h3>\n

Found within a two-minute distance from the Opera House, overlooking the dome of St. Stephen\u2019s Basilica, P\u00f6rc & Pr\u00e9zli is a modern Hungarian trattoria where the focus is on all things meat, greaves, and breadcrumbs. Led by Chef Istv\u00e1n Krist\u00f3f, P\u00f6rc & Pr\u00e9zli\u2019s kitchen pays special attention to the ingredients used, procuring them from small producers. Instead of reinventing every other classic Hungarian dish, they simply make sure to use the finest available ingredients on the market, and prepare the meals following well-established recipes. Their huge portions, including their creamy chicken paprikash (served with buttered noodles and sour cream), are accompanied by live music in the second half of the week, as well as a flavourful list of craft beers from Szent Andr\u00e1s Brewery. To help make your culinary experience complete, try P\u00f6rc & Pr\u00e9zli\u2019s toothsome Soml\u00f3i sponge cake.<\/p>\n

1065 Budapest, L\u00e1z\u00e1r utca 1.<\/p>\n

Gerbeaud<\/a><\/h3>\n

The name Gerbeaud is synonymous with the golden age of Budapest and high-quality, classic coffee house experience. The V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty t\u00e9r venue has been operating as a confectionery since 1858, and took up the name of \u00c9mile Gerbeaud, its new owner from 1884, who turned the coffee-and-cake house into one of Europe\u2019s most renowned caf\u00e9s. With an interior characterized by the use of gold, marble, and wood, Gerbeaud provides guests with a luxurious backdrop, while they are enjoying the legendary confectionery\u2019s classic creations, from the popular Gerbeaud cake to the decadent Soml\u00f3i sponge cake, made with raisins steeped in Tokaj Asz\u00fa, Valrhona chocolate sauce, whipped cream, and walnut linzer crisps.<\/p>\n

1051 Budapest, V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty t\u00e9r 7-8.<\/p>\n

M\u00e9sz\u00e1rSteak Kitchen<\/a><\/h3>\n

Butcher\u2019s shop-turned-steak heaven, M\u00e9sz\u00e1rSteak Kitchen centers around meaty treats and Hungarian flavours. Located in the heart of the city, here you\u2019ll find friendly prices, dishes made from superb ingredients, and a laid-back bistro environment perfectly suitable for a romantic date or a casual business lunch. Besides the various cuts of beef, M\u00e9sz\u00e1rSteak Kitchen offers a range of \u00e1 la carte items, including meat-stuffed pancakes, green pea cream soup, salads, sweet chili and lime pullet breast, vegetarian burger, and Soml\u00f3i sponge cake trifle. The menu is of course accompanied by a selection of Hungary\u2019s finest wines.<\/p>\n

1053 Budapest, K\u00e1rolyi utca 11.<\/p>\n

Macesz Bistro<\/a><\/h3>\n

With the eponymous food item in its name, where else would you find Macesz Bistro than in the heart of Pest\u2019s Jewish District? Situated within walking distance from the world-famous Szimpla and the equally renowned Great Synagogue (Doh\u00e1ny utca), Macesz Bistro is balancing on the line between old and new, serving a palatable mixture of Jewish and Hungarian dishes, as well as a decent wine selection. Since goose is the most prominent meat in Jewish cooking, you\u2019ll find plenty of dishes centered around the waterfowl, including foie gras pat\u00e9 with pear and thyme, stuffed goose neck with pearl barley, and boiled millet with goose giblets. Those with a sweet tooth won\u2019t be disappointed either: their Soml\u00f3i sponge cake is one of the best in town.<\/p>\n

1072 Budapest, Dob utca 26.<\/p>\n

B\u00fasul\u00f3 Juh\u00e1sz Restaurant<\/a><\/h3>\n

Topping Gell\u00e9rt Hill ever since its foundation in 1937, B\u00fasul\u00f3 Juh\u00e1sz Restaurant was once the home of blaring gypsy music and the city\u2019s first late night bar. After a complete overhaul in 2010, the restaurant was reinvented as a citadel of 21th century gastronomy, its concise, seasonal menu featuring classic Hungarian dishes (goulash soup from the Great Hungarian Plains, breaded Mangalica pork chop, and Soml\u00f3i sponge cake) as well as a few surprising items: take, for example, the vitello tonnato (a starter from Piedmont) with bonito flakes (dried, fermented, and smoked Japanese fish), or the venison with pumpkin-poppy seed sponge cake and pumpkin spaghetti. A killer panoramic view, delicious flavours, and a friendly and swift service – what\u2019s not to like?<\/p>\n

1118 Budapest, Kelenhegyi \u00fat 58.<\/p>\n

Kert Bistro<\/a><\/h3>\n

One of Pest\u2019s most popular garden restaurants, Kert Bistro awaits you on Th\u00f6k\u00f6ly \u00fat with hundred-year old trees providing soothing shade during the summer months, interiors furnished with rustic tables and chairs, and an abundance of flowers in the winter season. The family-friendly venue prides itself on its award-winning Italian artisanal coffee specialties, inexpensive lunch deals and exciting menu, full of fresh and seasonal offers, presented in a like-magnet manner. Whether you go for the melt-in-your-mouth beef tenderloin tartare, the scrumptious Thai soup with coconut milk and prawns, the divine beef cheek with pork wine, or the light Soml\u00f3i sponge cake, you\u2019ll leave a happy person.<\/p>\n

1146 Budapest, Th\u00f6k\u00f6ly \u00fat 57.<\/p>\n

Csal\u00e1nosi Cs\u00e1rda<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Csal\u00e1nosi Cs\u00e1rda is located north of \u00c1rp\u00e1d bridge, just a couple of minutes from the Szentl\u00e9lek t\u00e9r stop of the H5 suburban train. Surrounded by the late Baroque buildings of \u00d3buda\u2019s main square, it is a treasured remnant of \u00d3buda\u2019s small-town past, when instead of huge housing projects, hundreds of small pubs, taverns and restaurants dotted the landscape. If the weather allows it, you can consume your old-time dishes (including hearty catfish stew, tripe, goulash, and a Soml\u00f3i sponge cake served with vanilla ice cream and tiramisu) in the charming cs\u00e1rda\u2019s garden, and if it doesn\u2019t, you\u2019re welcome to take a seat inside the restaurant\u2019s ancient cellar (used for storing wine barrels in the olden days), and enjoy the live music.<\/p>\n

1033 Budapest, H\u00eddf\u0151 utca 16.<\/p>\n

Centr\u00e1l K\u00e1v\u00e9h\u00e1z<\/a><\/h3>\n

Established in 1887, Centr\u00e1l K\u00e1v\u00e9h\u00e1z is one of the few survivors of the late 19th century coffee house boom in Budapest – and it\u2019s as beautiful as ever, complete with antique furniture and a lot of wooden surfaces. The downtown venue is situated on the corner of K\u00e1rolyi and Ir\u00e1nyi utca, hidden in plain sight thanks to the shades provided by the surrounding buildings. The historic caf\u00e9\u2019s kitchen puts Hungarian cuisine in the spotlight, with equal amounts of respect for tradition and openness to new ideas present in their dishes. Aside from delicious pick-me-ups and hearty meals, the menu of Centr\u00e1l K\u00e1v\u00e9h\u00e1z also features scrumptious desserts, such as the Soml\u00f3i sponge cake and the coconut panna cotta with passion fruit and pineapple.<\/p>\n

1053 Budapest, K\u00e1rolyi utca 9.<\/p>\n

Dunacorso Restaurant<\/a><\/h3>\n

Run by the same family for over 40 years now, Dunacorso Restaurant is located in a historic environment. The river bank venue is not only a next-door neighbour to the Romantic-style Vigad\u00f3 but is also a first-rate spot if you want to admire the royal beauty of Buda Castle while gorging on reformed flavours. Famous for its professional service, the meals prepared in the kitchen of Dunacorso range from cold foie gras with red onion jam and homemade French brioche to roasted sturgeon and creamy spinach with dried tomato cream and porcini mushroom. To end your repast on a sweet note, order one of Dunacorso\u2019s locally made dessert specialties, like the hedonistic Soml\u00f3i sponge cake.<\/p>\n

1051 Budapest, Vigad\u00f3 t\u00e9r 3.<\/p>\n

Rozmaring Kertvend\u00e9gl\u0151<\/a><\/h3>\n

Easily reachable from the inner city by the H5 suburban train, Rozmaring is a riverside restaurant and event venue with a prime view to Margaret Island, a wine cellar, no-fuss dishes, filling portions, and a tennis court. The spacious restaurant offers a nice mixture of authentic Hungarian and international fares, making sure that you\u2019ll spend a good amount of time deciding what to order. To make your life easier, we recommend that you begin your meal with a rich \u00d3buda-style meat pot, continue on with roasted goose liver slices served with roasted apple and cranberries, and then top it off with a gorgeous platter of Soml\u00f3i sponge cake.<\/p>\n

1036 Budapest, \u00c1rp\u00e1d fejedelem \u00fatja 125.<\/p>\n

K\u00e1rolyi Restaurant<\/a><\/h3>\n

Housed in the same late-17th century building as the Pet\u0151fi Literature Museum, K\u00e1rolyi Restaurant is the perfect place for a relaxing adventure in the rich lands of Magyar cooking. Opened in 2002, the venue was born with the aim of offering dishes that reflect the spirit of traditional Hungarian flavours and the history of its prestigious home (once functioning as Hungary\u2019s most prominent literary salon). The result is a menu that\u2019s mainly comprised of seasonal dishes, including a number of gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and sugar-free options. If you don\u2019t have any dietary preferences, we recommend that you start off your meal with beef bouillon (served with semolina dumplings and horseradish), then move on to veal goulash in potato pancake as your main, and finish up with a Soml\u00f3i sponge cake as your final course.<\/p>\n

1053 Budapest, K\u00e1rolyi utca 16.<\/p>\n