An anniversary that arose on a very important date for several of the most chosen gastronomic sectors in the entire country.
He January 12 is celebrated in Argentina on Worker’s Day Pizza Maker, Pastry Chef, Confectioner, Ice Cream Maker and Bakerwith the aim of recognizing and honoring the work and tradition of those dedicated to the preparation, trade and maintenance of the traditional foods of our country, which stands out strongly in these gastronomic areas.
The date of this anniversary was chosen in tribute to the founding of the union of Pastry Workers, Confectioners, Ice Cream Makers, Pizza Makers and Alfajoreros (STPCHyA) in 1946. Since its creation, this union sought to improve the working and salary conditions of this sector and establish common criteria in order to preserve some tastes considered classics of the Argentine culture.
Cornstarch alfajores
What are the most chosen varieties of pizzas, ice creams and alfajores in Argentina?
Argentina stands out for being a country with a lot of interest in pizza, ice cream and alfajores. The existence of so many varieties, especially ice cream, is not common in the rest of the world. But, what are the most chosen tastes?
Most chosen ice creams
As for ice cream, although there are an innumerable number of tastes depending on the ice cream parlors, there are few that are repeated as the most chosen throughout the country, and these are:
- Chocolate with almonds: combines the delicious flavor of chocolate with the texture of almonds.
- Dulce de leche: an Argentine classic. Only the ice cream of this flavor is tastier than dulce de leche.
- Dulce de leche granita: if there is a way to make dulce de leche tastier, it is by adding chocolate chips.
- Sambayón: is similar to a whipped cream and has notes of liquor, egg, sugar and vanilla.
- Lemon: It is a refreshing and citrus option that is especially enjoyed on hot days.
Alfajores that are bought the most
The country also has a tradition of producing alfajores. From the province of Buenos Aires, with Mar del Plata in the lead, to the north passing through Córdoba and the south reaching Bariloche, each territory has its own production of this food. But the most chosen are:
- Cornstarch alfajores: simple but effective. Two cornstarch tapas, with dulce de leche in the middle and grated coconut around, is in every bakery in the country.
- Chocolate Alfajor: The cookies are covered in chocolate and held together by a layer of dulce de leche and additional chocolate.
- Dulce de leche Alfajor: they are usually two tapas joined by dulce de leche and covered with a sugar glaze.
- Mousse alfajor: they tend to have a lighter texture. They are filled with chocolate mousse or dulce de leche and the tops are usually covered with thinner layers of chocolate.
The most chosen pizza flavors
As for the pizzas, these are the most requested:
- Mozzarella: it is the most classic alternative. Dough, sauce and mozzarella. For simple people.
- Neapolitan: Unlike the previous one, slices of tomato, garlic and olives are added. It is a variant born in southern Italy.
- Fugazzeta: It has a mozzarella base but has sliced onions and sometimes also garlic.
- Calabresa: has, on top of the mozzarella, thin slices of salami that give it a more intense and spicy flavor.
- Ham and Morrón: also known as special pizza, it has these ingredients on top of the mozzarella. Ham on the entire surface and strips of bell pepper on top of the ham.
Source: Ambito
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