With the same decor and counter as when it opened in 1830, this lovely old pastelería is a true period piece, with cakes that live up to its design.
C/Pozo 8Hand-made choccies arrayed in dazzling displays and for sale singly or in themed boxes, such as 'Spices of the Americas' or 'Flowers and herbs'. There are...
C/Orellana 4
The Carboneras nuns make a selection of speciality cakes and biscuits including mantecados, yemas and almond biscuits. As this is a closed convent you buy...
Plaza Conde de Miranda 3El Riojano has been in business since 1885, selling irresistible cakes, pastries, meringues and seasonal goodies. All are made in the traditional way, with...
C/Mayor 10Once a local grocer's, González is now a smart deli with a fine range of cheeses, charcuterie, preserves, fruit and nuts, olive oils and plenty more...
C/León 12La Boulette probably has the largest selection of cheeses in Madrid and possibly the country, with over 400 varieties, both Spanish and imported, on sale....
Stands 63-68This traditional pastelería, dating from 1914, has featured in lots of period-piece movies. Gorgeous chocolates and cakes are up for grabs, along with...
C/Fernando VI 2Always bustling with people, La Mallorquina occupies a prime location right on the Puerta del Sol. Downstairs, the pastry shop sells great cakes and...
Puerta del Sol 8A marvellous selection of foodstuffs is on sale in this Salamanca shop, including meats and cheeses, wines and spirits and coffees and teas. Homesick Brits...
C/Ayala 24Dotted around town, the various branches of the 'Ham Museum' are a sight to behold, with dozens of hams dangling from the ceiling. Sample their wares at the...
Carrera de San Jerónimo 6