Quito’s bakeries and pastry shops have prepared for the sale of the traditional Rosca de Reyes. The demand has been rising little by little during this week in several of these businesses.
This snack is consumed as part of the commemoration of the visit of the three Magi to Jesus at his birth, guided by a star. Three Kings Day is celebrated every January 6.
With different fillings, dough and presentation, the roscas are exhibited in different locations throughout the capital. Prices range from $7 to $20.
From the large bakery chains that have several stores to the traditional ones that offer this product.
In one of the premises of the Ambato bakery, located on González Suárez and Gonnessiat avenues, in the north of Quito, Mayra Chacón pointed out that they have been prepared since December, however, this January 5 and 6 are the days of greatest sales.
A shipment with 95 bagels arrived at their location, however, during the day they indicated that the shipments will continue, since they had been in great demand since morning.
The price is $11.99, this bagel is prepared with orange-flavored sweet dough, filled with pastry cream and covered with almonds, walnuts and candied fruits.
Other places offer chocolate, vanilla, unfilled, or even sourdough bagels. They are also offered with integral dough, for those who must take care of their health.
Another of the bakery chains that sell bagels in the capital is Cyrano, on Portugal and 6 de Diciembre avenues, in the north of the capital.
What does the Rosca de Reyes mean?
The tradition that began in European countries has served for Ecuadorian families to meet and share a moment of reflection and unity.
There are homes in which the bagel is cut into equal portions for all those who make up the table, there is a piece that can be made of plaster, plastic or another material, which will come out as a winner.
He or she will be the king or queen, the following year should be the one who invites the others to the rosca, to continue with this traditional activity.
In Guayaquil there is greater interest in roscas, it is easy to see an infinity of roscas in the windows of bakeries, ready to be sold.
This time means an opportunity to start with an important economic income for bakers.
Goodbye to Easter bread: Rosca de Reyes is offered in bakeries and pastry shops between $4 and $18
Meanwhile, in the capital, the number of families that have been infected with this characteristic excuse to bring loved ones together at the beginning of the year has gradually increased. (YO)
Source: Eluniverso
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