The aroma of biscuits invades the streets of Marília, which breathes tradition in food production Anyone who passes through Marília (SP) usually smells a sweet or buttery smell in the air. The aroma, which is part of the residents' routine, comes from biscuit factories and has already become one of the city's trademarks, known as the National Food Capital. In one of the main industries located in the city, more than 1 million packets of biscuits are produced per day, equivalent to around 432 million units per year. ? Join the g1 Bauru and Marília channel on WhatsApp The process begins with the preparation and molding of the dough, passes through large industrial ovens and ends in chimneys, where the smell spreads through the streets. “It’s a tradition to wake up and smell the biscuit being made”, says the company’s laboratory assistant, João Paulo de Souza. Marília (SP) factory produces more than 1 million cookies per day Robson do Carmo/TV TEM This atmosphere activates the so-called olfactory memory of residents and those who visit the region, awakening memories of childhood and family afternoon coffees. In everyday life, the aroma is so present that residents report being able to distinguish even the flavor that is being manufactured at the moment, be it sweet, savory or stuffed. "In the morning, you smell a sweeter smell. In the afternoon, that more savory smell, that little butter that seems to be melting", defines Ana Siviero, cook and resident of Marília. READ ALSO From 70 cm pizza and 40 pieces to a flavor inspired by 'Matilda': pizzerias bet on unusual creations Bars and restaurants can request certification seal of the original Bauru sandwich recipe; find out how Discover some cheese shops that stand out in the interior of SP From Marília to the world ? ?? The strength of the food sector projects the city's name far beyond the territory of São Paulo. The production serves all regions of the country and gains prominence in the international market. In an interview with TV TEM, the director-president of industry, Rodrigo Garla, highlighted the reach of products from Marília. "Obviously Brazil as a whole, all the states of Brazil, and we export to more than 30 countries. And an interesting country is Mozambique. So our product reaches Mozambique", reveals the executive. National Food Capital, Marília celebrates National Cookie Day To handle markets with such diverse food cultures, the process requires flexibility. "We often have to adapt the product to each country", explains Rodrigo Garla, noting that recipes undergo adjustments according to local tastes and the regulatory requirements of each destination. It is through the chimneys of these factories that the sweet or buttery smell hits the streets and spreads through the neighborhoods Robson do Carmo/TV TEM Origem ? The word biscuit comes from the Latin: “bis” (two) and “coctus” (cooked”), that is, “cooked twice” in reference to the manufacturing process. The word passed into the Portuguese language through the French “Biscuit” in the 12th century. This combination of just three ingredients do not have a defined date of origin. However, it is believed that primitive civilization already crushed grains and mixed them with water. Some people indicate that the biscuit was already prepared in Ancient Egypt and Persia. At the time, cookies were used as offerings to the gods in exchange for rain, so that the soil remained fertile. Is it a biscuit or a cookie? PMPM/Disclosure Biscuit or biscuit? ? The traditional linguistic controversy over the correct name of the food also divides opinions on the streets of Marília. While most residents adopt the term "biscuit" in their daily routine, associating the name "cookie" only with specific versions, such as cassava flour, manufacturers adopt a more democratic stance to end the dispute. "What we usually say is that we leave it up to the consumer. As one of our products, we leave it up to them to call it biscuit or biscuit", concludes CEO Rodrigo Garla.