monday red: alfajores argentinos
So, we've talked about empanadas and we've talked about dulce de leche. But we have yet to discuss another Argentine favorite: alfajores, a delightful little treat appropriate to eat at any time of day.
An alfajor is two biscuits with a filling, usually dulce de leche, in between. Yeah, it's pretty much what the oreo dreams of being when it grows up.
While I am here in Buenos Aires, I am staying with my cousin's friend, Sarah. Sarah has been incredibly generous in letting me stay in her apartment since I got here. She's also proven to be a great pal to have around, guiding me in selecting the very best dulce de leche, and of course, the very best alfajores*.
She had me do a taste test of different brands to see if I agreed with her choice of the best (guys, my life is so hard). And these were the winner, hands down. OMG, they just melt in your mouth.
*The very best in a box, that is. You can purchase the very very best fresh at bakeries.
3 comments:
I see you choose the alfajores from Cordoba! ("alfajores cordobeses" means from "Cordoba province"). The problem for me is that sometimes those contain animal fat. Surprisingly, the best Argentinean Alfajores I ever tasted are made in USA (http://dulcecaramel.foodzie.com)and are vegetarian.
Thank you for the tip! I'll have to give them a try.
Please tell me where I can find these deliciously tempting alfajores in the States! They sound wonderful!
I like your posts on the local food specialties.
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