Tag
Conventual
Encyclopedia(6)
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Dom Rodrigo
An Algarve sweet of egg yolk threads wrapped in gold foil, a jewel of southern Portuguese confectionery.
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Fatias de Tomar
Rich egg yolk slices from the convent city of Tomar, soaked in sugar syrup — a jewel of conventual pastry.
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Ovos Moles
Delicate egg yolk and sugar confections from Aveiro, shaped into shells and barrels and wrapped in communion wafer.
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Pão de Ló
A traditional Portuguese sponge cake with a moist, custardy centre, rooted in conventual pastry traditions.
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Sericaia
A traditional egg and cinnamon pudding from the Alentejo, typically served with Elvas plums in syrup.
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Toucinho do Céu
A rich almond and egg yolk cake of conventual origin, whose heavenly name belies its decadent sweetness.