Gubana is a traditional leavened dough cake filled with dried fruits and nuts. It is believed that the cake was invented in either the Valli del Natisone or Cividale by a poor woman who had nothing to sweeten it, so she used what she had – eggs, walnuts, honey, and flour.

Although it was originally prepared for Christmas and Easter festivities, gubana is nowadays enjoyed throughout the year, and locals recommend soaking the cake in grappa for the best effect.