The Christmas 2019 and one of the star products is traditional nougat that you can also enjoy in different varieties. Therefore, in this article we present the original artisan nougat with the best Basque flavor, made by bizkarra uniting tradition and innovation in its workshop Usansolo (Bizkaia). Three irresistible and indigenous sweets are born from this pastry to enjoy with the family on Christmas dates, tasting very particular flavors such as sheep cheese. Find out more about this brand and its products here.
Bizkarra, the authentic Basque nougat
This season, bizkarra renews its range of original artisan nougat with three unique flavors. The family business founded in 1957 It has always been guided by the innovative zeal in the development of its products. But always using indigenous and local raw materials to achieve excellent textures under the artisanal hand as a work philosophy. Thus arose in his day the delicacies that are never lacking as dessert at Christmas dinners. Of the Calle Arteta Bidea nº 6 to all Spain, the bakery also markets its brand based on differentiation and specialty from the first generation with Esteban Bizkarra.
The founder of the company opted for a work model in which it is cultivated seasonal product, beyond the rest of newspapers for 365 days. Traditional festivals, harvests from the Basque countryside and even new habits of consumers are adopted by bizkarra throughout the annual calendar. Thus they can offer typical specialties of the the Basque Country and, more specifically, from the province of Biscay. From the sourdough bread Even 'haute couture' cakes, the excellence of the confectionery there is overwhelming. Your customers are delighted with catalog of sweets and cakes They offer for the delight of the most demanding palate.
Also, another identity sign beyond quality is put by the healthy judgment which follows the pastry shop. A specific team ensures that the products are the most natural possible, thus attracting the attention of today's consumer who is looking for what is delicious but healthy. Without colorants or preservatives or additives, with whole wheat flour, with the purity of chocolate and its cocoa and even with that bakery without Trans fat.
Three original artisan nougat
- nougat from Intxaursaltsa is characteristic of bizkarra among the others original artisan nougat, as it is part of the gastronomic culture of Euskadi, based on a recipe from decades ago. It is one of the typical desserts of the Basque Christmas Eve for generations. Experimentation eventually resulted in this product that carries nuts, milk, sugar, cinnamon and chocolate among its ingredients. It is one of the few nougat that are made with the aforementioned dried fruit. In addition, it is also produced without sugar and in the form of truffles throughout the year.
- On the other hand, a very different nougat is that of cheese of sheep, made by a branch of the family in the Urkiola town (Bizkaia). With livestock from his own cabin, the traditional personality is reflected in an exclusive product that had its initial recipe three years ago. Surprise your contrast of flavors by combining aged cheese with sweet flavors of almond, white chocolate and sugar. Its intense aroma is broken upon entering the palate, where it offers sweeter nuances. As with the previous nougat, this is also sold cheese truffles very surprising.
- And finally, bizkarra completes its range of original artisan nougat with Sokonusko, a classic of local Bilbao crafts. Its tricolor appearance is obtained thanks to the mixture of white, toasted praline, truffle and a chocolate coating. It had its origin in the seventeenth century when a Biscayan adventurer named Inigo Urrutia He traveled to the New World and in the Mexican town of Santa Ana de Soconusco he found delicious cocoa. Transported him to Bilbao, where his descendants made a nougat in a laborious recipe that is rewarded with an exquisite flavor. It is also available now without sugars.
Enjoy this Christmas with any of these original artisan nougat that are presented chopped in their box! You can even try them all with the option Mixed. They are limited edition, so run to get them at Bizkarra stores or on request.
