Although there is no official precedent setting it, this date has been set all over the world. The churro factories of APYCE (Association of Pizzerias, Empanada Houses and Related) announce that their celebration in Argentina It is linked to 11 of 11 and is inspired by the classic churro shape: Sticks that represent history.
In Argentina, the churro has a very strong identity: it maintains its traditional straight shape and is a symbolic product that is part of the national gastronomic landscape.
They are consumed around the world in multiple versions – with sugar, dulce de leche, chocolate or even salty – but each country puts its own stamp on it. Once a year, this celebration is celebrated Paying tribute to its history, promoting consumption and highlighting international expansion What the kuru achieved over time.
As with many traditional recipes, the origin of the churro is disputed by many countries. Some trace its history back to China, while Spain was one of the first countries to adopt and master it, to the point of taking it into consideration. Birthplace of Chorro.
“Sol de Galicia” is one of the most important churro factories in the country. It was born in 1957 as a small family business, with an artisan recipe brought over by its Galician founders. Today it is one of the leading companies in the sector, producing churros, churros, muffins, berlins, pastries and fried cakes.
hundred with 120 employees and four manufacturing plants located in Avellaneda, Moron, Villa Martelli and Flores (CABA). They all have their own distribution, in addition to having a direct sales site to the public. Curious fact: This famous Buenos Aires bar, famous for its churros, actually serves products made by this factory.
Another symbol of this sector is the traditional “Churrería El Topo”. It started out as a classic on Argentina’s Atlantic coast. Its story began in the summer of 1968, when Hugo and Cacho opened the first Chorrera restaurant in Villa Geselle. When creating the poster, the poet suggested they add a name and suggested “El Topo”, inspired by the popular TV character “Topo Gigio”. The founders decided to hang the sign upside down to attract attention… and thus a legendary brand was born. The success was immediate: the long lines on rainy days, the churros on the beach in the sun, and the tradition of young people who, upon leaving the clubs, seek out fresh churros at 4 a.m.
over the years, The second generation of the family consolidated its expansion, turning it into the churrreria restaurant with the largest number of stores in the country.. All stores belong to the founding families and offer vegan-friendly options, adapting to new consumer trends.
Making a classification is not an easy task: each manufacturer develops its own recipes and combinations. However, everyone agrees on that The best-selling flavors are dulce de leche filling, classic churro, chocolate-dipped, pastry cream-filled, and Nutella-infused..
The traditional recipe and public curiosity over time have led to the creation of new sweet and savory versions. Today you can find churros with cheddar cheese, Roquefort, chickpeas, ham and cheese, quince, lemon cream and even olives.
Among the most remembered varieties is a proposal as bold as it is successful: vitel toné churros, which caused a sensation at the time.
Innovation never stops. “Gourmet” flavors include pistachio, Kit Kat, sambayon, Oreo and mint with chocolate and strawberry flavored paste. With the recent boom in Dubai Chocolate, factories have also joined this trend by relaunching the chocolate-covered pistachio churro, one of the public’s favorite new items.
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