Spanish dessert / Postre del dia:
Tarta de Santiago or St. James Cake, the patron saint of Spain.
Originates from Galicia. This surprisingly light and moist almond cake, made with ground almonds, eggs, and sugar with lemon zest and sweet wine or brandy for added flavor is always decorated with the iconic, powdered sugar, silhouette of Saint James’ Cross (Cruz de Santiago), a symbol associated with the apostle. The cake's history dates back to the Middle Ages and is closely tied to the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage where it is often enjoy by the pilgrims at the end of their journey in Santiago de Compostela.
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