The house of the meringue!
Las Espumillas de la Michelena
Why locals love it
Meringue is called in Spanish "espumilla" which literally means "little foam" because is made of a delicate, frothy mixture made with beaten egg whites and sugar. This is a very popular delicacy that you can see everywhere.
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Why you should visit it
This is a very traditional chain of meringue shops that are in the south of the city. They also serve good breakfasts, fruit salads, fruit juices and coffee with a very traditional bread called "quesadilla" which different than that from Mexico. This is a flat bread made of wheat and egg folded with cheese inside.
Special tip
Admire while tasting the "espumilla" or coffe the impressive mural at the entrance of the Pasaje Baca located nextdoor.
Las Espumillas de la Michelena
Espejo (Venezuela), Quito, EcuadorMon-Sa: 08:30-17:00