This season, The Lanesborough invites its guests to a rare taste of Viennese culinary history: an exclusive pop-up in the elegant Withdrawing Room celebrates two of Austria’s most iconic desserts. For a limited time, guests have the opportunity to savor the Original Sacher-Torte and the traditional apple strudel – served in collaboration with the luxurious, family-run, 5-star superior Hotel Sacher Wien, in The Lanesborough’s legendary Withdrawing Room.
The Original Sacher Torte was created by Franz Sacher in 1832, and its closely guarded recipe makes it one of the most famous cakes in the world and a piece of Austrian history. To this day, it is handcrafted in 34 individual steps, layered with apricot jam, finished with its characteristic chocolate glaze, and classically served with unsweetened whipped cream. The menu is complemented by a classic apple strudel, delicately filled with spiced apples and wrapped in wafer-thin pastry – an equally authentic expression of Viennese coffeehouse culture.
Menu
Original Sacher Torte
Apple Strudel
Sacher Cube
Coffee & Original Sacher Torte
Coffee & Apple Strudel
For Two People
Two coffees with an Original Sacher Torte and an apple strudel
Two Negronis with an Original Sacher Torte and an apple strudel
Presented in the stylish ambiance of the Withdrawing Room, the pop-up combines traditional craftsmanship from another era with London elegance, offering a unique afternoon treat that pays tribute to one of Europe’s most historic hotels.
Available from February 10th to the end of May, these exquisite desserts are served daily and paired with renowned Sacher-style coffee variations. Guests can choose between classic preparations, variations with an elegant alcoholic touch, or a particularly indulgent accompaniment in a perfectly balanced Negroni.
This exclusive collaboration offers a rare opportunity to experience the authentic flavors and cultural heritage of Vienna without leaving London—an unmissable experience for connoisseurs of fine pastry.
