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Batch LXXIX. Schwarzwald, Tuesday March 19, 2024 NO. 47
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A swabian plum cake: The Zwetschgenkuchen

Schwäbisch Confidential with Martina

Introducing the Swabian Plum Cake, or "Zwetschgenkuchen" – a beloved treat that carries with it the warm and comforting nostalgia of late summer afternoons. This delectable cake is a hallmark of family gatherings, where loved ones would come together for "Kaffee und Kuchen" – coffee and cake – to bask in the fading warmth of September's sun. Typically, when inquiring about the recipe, seasoned grandmothers would lovingly respond, "Schätz...

Springerle with lavender & Monkey 47 Dry Gin

Schwäbisch Confidential with Rainer Klutsch

Springerle are wunderbar traditional holiday cookies from southern Germany that are made using a special cookie mold. They have a delicate, crisp texture and are known for their unique and distinctive appearance. These cookies are often enjoyed during the Holiday season, but can be enjoyed year-round as a tasty treat. Ingredients Makes about 4 servings 4-5 eggs (depending on size) 250g powdered sugar 250g fine baking sugar 575g flour (type 405) 1 pinch ...

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Apfelküchle

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Ingredients (serves four) For the batter 500 g flour 1/3 l beer Pinch of salt 30 g sugar 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil 4 egg whites 1/3 l vegetable oil 5 crisp sour apples Preparation To make the batter, stir all the ingredients together. Peel and core the apples, then cut them into rings. Heat the rest of the oil in a deep pan. Dip the apple rings in the batter, place them in the pan, and cook ...

Welcome to the Union Square Cafe in downtown NYC

A restaurant with plenty of stories to tell

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Around three years ago, the new Union Square Cafe began welcoming in guests not far from the spot where Danny Meyer opened his first restaurant in 1985. At the corner of 19th Street and Park Avenue, regulars and first-time visitors alike can still find what gave the place its sterling reputation, namely outstanding food and drinks. The restaurant, with its high ceiling and forest-green panelling, is decorated with a great many ...

Once upon a time in South Africa

Memories of the Monkey 47 Pop-Up Shop in Cape Town

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It’s time we talked – or raved, rather – about Cape Town and its surroundings, which is one of the new homes of Monkey 47. It doesn’t take long to figure out why this city is one of the world’s most popular destinations. Its location on the Cape of Good Hope, multicultural flair, and nearby vineyards certainly do make for a unique combination. And let’s not forget about the buoyant ligh...

The Black Forest Gateau

Schwäbisch Confidential: The Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte

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As the name says, this worldly-known cake comes from our beloved Black Forest. So, we couldn't help but show you how to prepare this rich cherry chocolate piece - with a Monkey 47 touch, of course. Ingredients For the Baking: • 4 eggs • 4 tbsp of water • 200g of sugar • 100g of flour • 100g of wheat starch • 1/2 sachet of baking powder • 1 tbsp of cocoa powder • To your taste Monkey 47 Dry Gin For the Cherries: • 1 cherry jar • 70ml ...

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Nut Braid

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A fluffy soft yeast dough that no Swabian can resist – cinnamon, walnuts, marzipan … Need we say more? Ingredients For the dough 250 ml milk 20 g fresh yeast 75 g sugar 1 egg 1.5 tsp sea salt 500 g flour 75 g softened butter For the filling 200 g ground walnuts 100 g butter 80 g sugar 1 egg 1 tsp cinnamon 150 g marzipan Preparation Heat the milk until lukewarm. Break up the yeast in a bowl, pour in a bit of the ...

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Maultaschen

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En buntes Gschmisch an Hergottsbscheißerle. Or, for all those who don’t come from Schwabenland: variations on the Maultasche! One of the most beloved Swabian specialities, Maultaschen are a product of the season of Lent – that’s when many Christians follow the tradition of eschewing meat from Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday. Our ever-inventive countrymen and -women thus decided to put one over on the man upstairs to get their p...

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Hefezopf

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This fluffy delight is an all-time favourite for a reason. The only remaining question is whether to eat it with or without butter… Ingredients for approx. 20 slices 250 ml milk 20 g fresh yeast 75 g sugar 1 egg 1.5 tsp. sea salt 500 g flour 75 g soft butter Raisins (optional) Preparation Step I Heat the milk until luke¬warm. Crumble the yeast into a bowl and stir it with a bit of the milk and the...

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Fleischküchle

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Typically served with potato salad – a southern German staple and source of many heated discussions about the ideal recipe Ingredients (serves four) For the Fleischküchle 1 day-old bread roll, torn into crumbs 250 ml milk 1 onion 1/2 clove of garlic 500 g mince (half beef, half pork) 1 tsp. spicy mustard 1 egg 1/2 bunch of parsley 2 stems of thyme Salt, pepper 2 Tbsp. butter 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil For the potato salad 1 kg waxy potatoes 2 small, mild Spa...

The Wundersarnie

A mouthwatering German sausage sandwich

Ever wondered how to make the ultimate German sausage sandwich? Ja? Wir auch! That’s why we invited renowned British chef, sandwich expert and sausage guru Max Halley over to our home in the Black Forest. After extensive experimentation with our unique botanicals, we found a Monkey 47 Sloe Gin infused lingonberry mustard went perfectly with a sausage. Of course not any old sausage – a special Wurst with our top secret bota...

Scarfes Bar at the Rosewood Hotel

The personal art gallery of Gerald Scarfe

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For us, big, heavy furniture; lots of mahogany; leather-bound books; columns of polished marble; and the soft light of a flickering fireplace bring to mind the unique atmosphere of a dignified home library or a traditional gentleman's club. You too? Then be sure to check out Scarfes Bar, which you'll find at London's Rosewood Hotel. It takes its name (and the decorations on its walls) from the British artist and ...

Peachy’s

Celebrate in Chinatown (New York)

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Welcome to Peachy’s – No Photos, No Fighting. The message conveyed by the neon sign above the door seems reasonable enough, and we did our best to act accordingly during our last visit – except for the part about photos, of course. This bar is just too remarkable not to be captured on film for everyone else to see. It’s probably the combination of sophistication and attention to detail that immediat...

NoMad New York

Stop and linger a while, wanderer...

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To have the fortune of staying at NoMad New York is to be spoiled for choice. Or you could just give yourself enough time to savour its various bars, fireplace, atrium, and library! Every last part of the hotel invites you to while away the hours – ideally in the company of a Monkey and Tonic, of course. Before we get ahead of ourselves, however, let's start at the beginning. The No...

Vienna Calling

Today’s entry: the Josef Cocktail Bar

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Near the centre of Vienna, the Josef Cocktail Bar serves up innovative, contemporary creations and fine spirits in a Baroque atmosphere synonymous with the Austrian capital. It's not all powdered wigs and harpsichords, however; this locale's décor also includes many appointments Andrea Hörzer and Philipp M. Ernst inherited from their grandfathers. As you may have already guessed, the forebears of the bar's two owners were also how it go...

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