Bismark

/ˈbɪzˌmɑrk/ noun

A type of pastry or filled doughnut, or a name derived from Bismarck; also a style of herring preparation.

Named after Otto von Bismarck, the Prussian statesman. Food items were often named after famous historical figures as a way to commemorate them or suggest they were 'powerful' and impressive.

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