You're organising a lunch or dinner and spend hours thinking about and preparing long stews, rice dishes, and meats, but the day arrives and surprise! No one has stopped to think about dessert. Luckily, you're in Alcalá and there's something your trusted bakery always has that not only gets you out of a tight spot but also delights everyone: The Costrada of Alcalá de Henares.
The Costrada de Alcalá de Henares is a traditional Spanish pastry.
When we talk about Costrada of Alcalá de Henares, we are referring to a Millefeuille with two different fillings. On one side is the meringue, and on the other, crème pâtissière. Once the dessert is assembled, it is covered with a layer of toasted chopped almonds and a generous dusting of icing sugar.
Despite its simplicity, it has become a traditional symbol of Alcalá that has gained importance and prominence over the years. So much so that many of the restaurants in Alcalá de Henares already feature it on their dessert menus, and it is also present on the Casino Alcalá menu. It couldn't be missing!
History of the Higuera de Alcalá de Henares
Like any good dessert, the Costrada has a good, or at least curious, story behind it.
Its origin is known from two of the most well-known confectioneries in the city at the time. These were the Confectionery Salinas founded in 1846, y The Dessert which opened its doors in 1926. Although for many people from Alcalá, the origin of the Costrada lies in both places, the balance tips towards Salinas, a supplier to the Royal Household, due to its antiquity.
Legend has it that the recipe first saw the light of day through Marival Gómez, daughter of the founder of the El Postre confectionery. She had received the recipe from a family friend, who had attended a wedding in Zaragoza where this dessert had been served.
Where to eat the best Costrada in Alcalá de Henares?
Alcalá de Henares offers a wide variety of places to try this delicious dessert, one of which is Casino Alcalá. It is a restaurant in Alcalá whose gastronomic offer is based on Spanish cuisine with a local, fresh and simple proposal.
Set in the old building of Owners' Association of Alcalá de Henares, its location is ideal not only for exploring the city centre but also its gastronomy, not to mention its pastries. In this case, the beloved Alcalá layered pastry.
At our iconic venue at the Cervantes Square you will enjoy a cuisine that honours the great affection all people from Alcalá have for this dessert, you will always find one on our menu Original costrada carefully selected so each bite is a delight.
Enjoy the best Costrada in Alcalá de Henares at the Restaurant Casino Alcalá
It's no wonder the Kitchen Team wants to play their part and be part of the history of a UNESCO World Heritage City in a more than delicious way.
This is why they have not hesitated to add to their letter This dessert, which turns out to be a perfect ending to a selection of Casino dishes. With its usual flavour and the original recipe for the 'costrada', this dessert does not disappoint.
Casino Alcalá thus becomes an unmissable stop for those who want to immerse themselves in the spirit of Alcalá, its culture, and its gastronomy.