Ecuadorian Pastry Chef's Chocobanana Steals the Show at Presidential Inauguration

Ecuadorian Pastry Chef Creates Dessert for Presidential Inauguration Quito, Ecuador – Irene Cunalata, a pastry chef from Quito, recently created a unique dessert called "chocobanana" for Ecuador's presidential inauguration. The dessert, a sophisticated combination of 70% dark chocolate mousse, caramelized banana with vanilla and cinnamon, and a crunchy chocolate-covered peanut crumble, was a highlight of the event. "El Señor del Sombrero," a popular food show, recently featured Cunalata and her bakery, Irene Bake Shop, in a new episode. In the video, the host interviews Cunalata, who explains her artistic inspiration behind the dessert. She cites Salvador Dalí's paintings and the sculptures of Arnaldo Pomodoro as influences for her creations. "Our 'Rosa' pastry is inspired by a Dalí painting," Cunalata explains, "while the 'Sfera' is inspired by Pomodoro's work." The video showcases the unique artistic style of Cunalata's pastries, which blend traditional Ecuadorian flavors with modern artistic techniques. Irene Bake Shop, opened just six months ago, is quickly gaining popularity for its innovative and visually stunning desserts. The chocobanana, a testament to Cunalata's talent and creativity, is a delicious symbol of Ecuadorian culinary innovation and artistic expression.