Bakeries & Pastry Shops in Costa Blanca: The Art of Baking
Bakeries and pastry shops in Costa Blanca are a tribute to traditional ovens. In Alicante, Horno de San Antón is famous for its country bread and Majorcan ensaimadas, while in Torrevieja, La Mallorquina stands out for its fruit pies and butter croissants. In Orihuela Costa, Dulce Arte offers more modern options, like red velvet cupcakes.
Must-Try Products
- Country bread: Crusty with soft crumb, in San Pedro del Pinatar.
- Majorcan ensaimada: Soft with powdered sugar, in Guardamar del Segura.
- Fruit pie: With pastry cream, in Los Alcázares.
- Butter croissant: Flaky, in Elche.
Where to Enjoy It?
In Alicante, Horno de San Antón has a wood-fired oven. In Torrevieja, La Mallorquina is ideal for afternoon snacks. And if you’re looking for something more modern, Dulce Arte in Orihuela Costa offers pastry workshops.
Tips for Choosing
- Order the bread of the day (fresher).
- Try the freshly baked ensaimadas.
- Pair them with a coffee or hot chocolate.
- In summer, cold desserts (like lemon pie) are ideal.