Desserts with History: How Yesterday's Ingredients Enrich Your Dishes Today

A journey through ancestral flavours that continue to surprise modern palates.

The history of baking is marked by ingredients that have transcended eras and cultures. Saffron, for example, was a luxury reserved for the nobility in the Middle Ages, not only for its flavour, but also for the intense golden colour that symbolised wealth and power. Honey, another culinary treasure, was the main way of sweetening desserts before the arrival of sugar in Europe, giving life to delicacies such as nougat and spiced biscuits.

In Persia, baklavas, made from layers of filo dough, nuts and honey, were considered delicacies worthy of royal banquets. This tradition spread to the Mediterranean, where each culture adopted its own version. In Italy, during the Renaissance, iconic sweets such as panettone emerged, reflecting centuries of perfection and creativity.

In the 16th century, Catherine de Médici brought with her to France not only Italian pastry chefs but also the influence of Renaissance confectionery, marking the beginning of a pastry tradition that continues to captivate the world.

At God Save The Coffee, we celebrate this rich heritage with desserts and products that are not only delicious, but tell stories. Because each ingredient is a tribute to the creativity of generations past and an inspiration to enjoy the pleasures of today.