Helen Goh's simplified take on the Hungarian chocolate cake.William MeppemTime:2 hours +Serves:2 (with leftovers!)
Rigo Jancsi was a famous,Hungarian gypsy violinist who so captured the fancy of a Belgian countess – American socialite Clara Ward – when she saw him play at a Parisian restaurant in 1896 that she left her husband,Prince Joseph,for him. In short order,an elaborate chocolate cake,celebrating their scandalous love story,was conceived. Here,just in time for Valentine's Day,is my simpler,flourless version.