Italian Gubana Cake
There are many tales surrounding the origin of gubana, a fruit- and nut-filled cake from Northern Italy that was traditionally baked to celebrate important occasions, particularly weddings. With the passage of time, recipes and methods have changed as they were handed down through the generations. The third-generation head of Vogrig Gubana company stressed that, while demand for their gubana remains high, they will not make any shortcuts in the production process because of their commitment to excellence. Like many traditional cakes and breads, making a gubana requires multiple periods of kneading and letting the dough rest.
Italian Christmas Cakes
From the Italian panettone or Fruit Gubana cake, panettone is a large fruity enriched sweet bread, typically served during Christmas throughout Italy and in Italian communities around the world. Originating in Milan, it is a large, dome-shaped cake that has been leavened with yeast. It has a slightly light and airy texture but a rich and buttery taste, filled with dried fruits and candied peels.
Italian Baked Cakes
A cake appreciated throughout Friuli and a symbol of prosperity and good wishes for its inhabitants. It is prepared during the holidays, especially at Christmas and Epiphany.Recognized for its spiral shape, it is made with a sweet dough filled with nuts, raisins, grappa, sugar and finally pine nuts. Heat the cake up, to taste all the rich aroma flavors of the fruit cake, add your own grappa for extra lift.
