The flavors and knowledge history discovery series continues with Spongata.

Spongata is a traditional dessert that originated in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. It is a type of sweet pastry that is often served during holidays and special occasions, such as Christmas and Easter.

The word "spongata" comes from the Latin word "spongia," which means sponge. This refers to the sponge-like texture of the pastry, which is achieved through the use of almond flour and breadcrumbs.

The pastry is made from a rich dough filled with almonds, walnuts, candied fruits, and spices, such as cinnamon and nutmeg. The filling is then layered between two layers of the dough and baked until golden brown.

Subscribe free to our newsletter / https://walterpotenza.substack.com/

--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walter-potenza/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walter-potenza/support