Traditional Breads from UNESCO Creative Cities

Immerse yourself in the fascinating stories, traditions, and flavors of the unique breads from UNESCO Creative Cities. Click “Discover More” to explore the Creative Knowledge Platform, the project’s heri-telling platform, where farmers, millers, and bakers share their heritage and passion through captivating images, videos, and stories.

Cará bread

Cará Bread is a beloved local product from Santos, and every true “Santista” knows and enjoys it. This bread can be topped in various ways, including caramel and sesame seeds, or even filled for extra richness. It boasts a soft, golden crust and a tender crumb that pairs well with both sweet and savory flavors. Cará Bread represents the rich culinary traditions and pride of Santos.

Carrara Bread

The authentic ancient grains employed in Carrara’s bread yield less than modern grains but are healthier and more natural products with also lower levels of gluten. Moreover, ancient grains possess superior sensory properties compared to their modern counterparts, making them lighter and more digestible. Cultivating ancient grains allows farmers to nurture Carrara’s territory while preserving its biodiversity.

Carrot and Guava Bread

This bread represents more than just a culinary delight. The city faces a big problem of social inequality: to address this issue, the Public Artisan Bakery was established. Volunteers at the bakery teach recipes for nutritious breads using affordable ingredients and easy-to-follow steps. This empowers vulnerable individuals to reproduce the baking process, feed their families, and earn income by selling baked goods.

Cazueleja

When the Spanish arrived in America, they introduced new products and cooking techniques to the region. Cazueleja is a party bread characterized by its spongy texture and softness. It features a dry, grated cheese topping sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon. Cazueleja, with the inclusion of raisins, can be served as a dessert or a delightful brunch item (tentempie).

Chiaserna bread

In the province of Pesaro lies Cantiano, a small town known as the City of Bread. Its most renowned product is Chiaserna bread, named after the small village of Chiaserna within Cantiano. Chiaserna bread is made from three basic ingredients: soft wheat, sourdough starters, and water, without adding salt. It is traditionally shaped into strands and exclusively baked in wood ovens.

Choriatiko Bread

Choriatiko bread is a beloved staple in Greece, deeply rooted in tradition. Once baked in wood-fired ovens in village homes, it carries the rustic flavors of the past. Over time, the recipe has evolved, incorporating sourdough fermentation and slow proofing for a rich, smoky aroma and a mildly tangy taste. More than just food, it remains a symbol of heritage, evoking memories of home and family gatherings.