Taiyaki, the fish-shaped waffle-ice cream that is here to stay

The taiyaki combines two foods the waffle and the ice cream in a peculiar bite

Have you ever heard of him?

Maybe not, but surely you have seen it on our favorite social network, Instagram! This great culinary mix is ​​shaped like a fish! Now it does sound familiar to you, right?

As its name suggests, it has Japanese origin And if you want to try it (or posture a bit on Instagram) you can go to the only establishment in Spain dedicated to this art, Fishbowl, in the heart of the bizarre Malasaña neighborhood in Madrid.

A delicious cornet with fish shape, soft ice cream and toppings of all types have filled the streets, do not stay behind and be informed of the latest trend foodie.

Where does taiyaki come from?

As we have said before, the taiyaki comes from far away, specifically from Naniwaya pastry shop in Tokyo. Its origin dates back to 1909 and, although before it was filled with Japanese red beans, now it has evolved to adapt to the palate of different cultures with fillings with chocolate, cream, among others.

Actually, the addition of frozen soft This Japanese bream-shaped dessert comes from the United States, specifically from the city that never sleeps and that created this creamy ice cream, New York.

Success resides in the image

With the arrival of social networks, it is no longer only the taste and quality of our dishes that matter, but the neat and beautiful presentation that results in attractive photos for others. Thats why he taiyaki It has been so well received in the capital and, above all, by young people who like the networks so much and Japanese tourists themselves who do not expect to find a typical dessert from their country in the heart of Madrid.

The usual filler for this fish-shaped cornet it is usually chocolate or vanilla, but ice cream soft they reach all kinds of flavors, from matcha tea, salted caramel, pink lemonade, to nutella and much more. In addition, the possibility of combining it with different toppings can give you unique flavors, and an amazing photo to share and make your friends envious!

If you are in Madrid, do not think twice and try this delicious waffle-ice cream Japanese full of colors and flavor.

Don’t wait any longer and try something new!