When you hear about Transylvania, the first thing that comes to mind is Count Dracula. But almost as famous in Eastern Europe as the character from the Irish Bram Stoker is the Kürtős Kalács, a typical sweet from the region (which belonged to Hungary and is now part of Romania), with its first record dating back to 1679. Known as the “chimney cake” due to its cone shape that releases steam when coming out of the oven, Kurtos can be found on the streets of every European country. In São Paulo, it is made artisanally and sold at fairs by two sisters, Carla and Elisa, descendants of Hungarians. “We take our family influence into account,” they say. The dough of the sweet is made from bread, fluffy and soft, rolled into a cone shape, and covered in a mixture of sugar, cinnamon, and nuts. After being baked, a crispy and sweet caramelized sugar crust forms. The traditional version is not filled, but that hasn’t stopped adaptations. Carla and Elisa fill theirs with homemade apple jam, hazelnut cream, dulce de leche, or ice cream. There is also a savory version with custom-made sausage and sauerkraut. “We invite people to travel through culinary experiences that bring emotions and memories.”