National Black Forest Cake Day
March 28, Thursday
Black Forest cake originated in the Black Forest region of southern Germany. It's mostly known for sour Morello cherries and Kirsch, or Kirschwasser, a double-distilled cherry brandy made of them. Black Forest cake is made with these cherries and Kirsch and this dessert is a part of traditional repertoire. In the United States, bakers usually do not use alcohol. However, in Germany, liqueur is a mandatory ingredient.