TheGubana Dorbolò is a traditional dessert from Friuli-Venezia Giulia (Italy) characterized by a sweet and spongy dough filled with a rich mixture of nuts such as walnuts, raisins, pine nuts and hazelnuts, often with a touch of rum and cocoa.It is made in the shape of a snail's spiral and is a symbol of celebration and tradition in the region.
- Shape and presentation: Traditionally it is shaped like a snail or spiral, although the Dorbolò family also offers a log-shaped version called "Gubanotto" to make it easier to cut.
- Dough: It is a sweet, spongy and slightly yeasty dough.
- Filling: The exact composition of the filling can vary, but usually includes walnuts, raisins, pine nuts, and hazelnuts, often enriched with ingredients such as cocoa and a touch of rum (which dissipates during cooking, leaving only the aroma).
- Flavor: It has an intense flavor that evokes the authentic flavors of traditional cuisine, with a balance between the sweetness of the dough and the intensity of the nuts.
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Tradition: Gubana Dorbolò is associated with special occasions such as weddings and festivities, symbolizing hospitality and celebration. The family recipe has ancient roots and has been passed down from generation to generation in the Natisone Valley.
Gubana, a traditional fruit, nut & grappa filled cake from Friuli in Northern Italy.
Gubana is a typical Friulian dessert, originally from the Natisone valleys (Udine). Know
n since 1409, as witnessed by Angelo Correr of Venice, it was a dessert intended for
special occasions as it was expensive for the richness of the ingredients.
According to a classical interpretation, the name Gubana derives from "gubat",
which in the local dialect means "to wrap". According to other scholars,
the reference to the particular spiral shape leads back to the Slavic "guba"
which means "fold". Gubana is a typical cake from Friuli, a native of the valleys
of the Natisone (Udine). Known since 1409, as witnessed by Angelo Correr in Venice,
was a cake for special occasions as expensive for the wealth of ingredients.
According to the classical interpretation Gubana name derives from "gubat",
which in local dialect means "wrap". According to other scholars, particularly the
reference to the spiral shape leads to Slav "guba" which means "fold".
