Seville (Orange Cake) by Casa Saporzi

TASTING NOTES FROM THE CURATOR

Made with the freshest oranges, high quality extra virgin olive oil, and Triple Sec made with aged cognac and curaçao oranges, the Seville cake has an absolutely incredible citrus flavor. Inspired by the beauty of the Mediterranean, each bite shines so brightly in this moist cake, and will only get better with each day.

This cake has a beautiful balance in terms of soak, where it is not greasy, but just brilliantly moist. And the olive oil, despite it having such a distinct flavor, is wonderfully subtle.

Disclaimer: Actual cake does not come with orange slice to ensure longevity of cake.

PREPARATION AND PAIRINGS

Take our word for it: the older it is, the tastier it gets. This cake gets better with each day, and will reach its peak flavor (and what flavor!) on the fourth day from the day it is baked.

The Seville is not overly sweet, making it the perfect dessert to an elaborate and special dinner, where rich food is served. You can enjoy it either chilled, or at room temperature. Pair this cake with a beautiful Sauternes or a Sauvignon Blanc

Of course, you don’t have to wait for a nice dinner with all your friends to enjoy this cake. Have it for merienda, with a nice cup of tea. It’s absolutely perfect for when you’re wanting something sweet but not cloying. This’ll definitely hit the spot.

A HOME KITCHEN FULL OF HEART

Casa Saporzi is founded by The Bow Tie Duck’s Co-founder and Chief Operations officer, Raizza Encinas. She started Casa Saporzi as a baking project to allow her to have days (outside of Bow Tie Duck work) to be in her favorite place, the kitchen. The one true place that she feels grounded and that allows her to unwind.

Her love for the kitchen is inspired by her late grandmother Columbina, the homemaker of a family of seven kids. Her grandmother was so engrossed in the kitchen during her days that she started amassing a collection of her own recipes, typewritten (with a typewriter!) in little index cards. These recipes, both for scrumptious, homey dishes and loved baked desserts, have been been passed down within the Encinas family and has inspired a number of members, including Raizza, to continue the tradition of home cooking and home baking.

Casa Saporzi’s name comes from the word “sapor,” which pertains to the substance in food that produces taste and flavor. It is also an amalgamation of the names of the owner’s cats. This dual meaning perfectly reflects what Casa Saporzi stands for: quality food made with all the love of a home kitchen.

Casa Saporzi offers a range of home baked treats such as olive oil cakes and cookies and will soon offer a variety of original creations.

Storage Instructions

Keep olive oil cakes in an airtight container, either at room temperature or in the refrigerator. It will last for about 7 days at room temperature, and around 16 days in the refrigerator.