Pasteleria Ascaso
Citrus Porcion
Mil Hojas de Nata
Palmera
Known for their Russian Cake, Panettone and other seasonal sweets Pasteleria Ascaso dates to 1890, and though the storefront at Calle de Zurbano 25 appears modern the traditions inside date back decades while still forging forward with modern items and techniques.
Born in Huesca, and now the sort of upscale Cafe where well-heeled ladies linger over Tea, it was on the recommendation of a local gourmand that the flourless Russian Cake was skipped in favor of its Lemon-tinged cousin, the Citrus Porcion a bitter but tangy cloud seemingly build of little more than Meringue, Cocoa and Citrus.”
Not about to forego Mil Hojas, Ascaso’s version shattering beneath Pastry Cream around a layer of Custard, even the Palmier outpaces others in Spain’s Capitol thanks to exquisite lamination that is best eaten sitting down to avoid making a mess of buttery crumbs and Sugar.
www.pasteleriaascaso.com