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.

Fabing

Fabing, the only fermented cake among traditional Chinese cakes in Hubei, boasts a history of over 300 years. While wheat is commonly used to make bread in Western countries, in China, it is transformed into Fabing. This unique delicacy has earned the moniker “the oriental bread.”

Fibra Bread

Fibra Bread is a wholesome bread variety that boasts a high fiber content. It is crafted using extra virgin olive oil and minimal sodium, resulting in a healthy and light option suitable for any meal. The bread is particularly delightful when sliced for breakfast or as an accompaniment to lunches, pairing well with various main courses and vegetables.

Fig empanada with corn flour

An empanada (meaning “wrapped in bread”) is a hand-held, baked or fried turnover consisting of pastry and filling, thought to have originated in the Galicia region of northwest Spain and common in Iberian-influenced cultures around the world. In Mexico (which included Tucson between 1821 and 1854), empanadas are bakery goods made with corn flour dough, can be sweet or savory, and are fried or baked depending on the state or region.

Filone marchigiano

Filone Marchigiano is a traditional homemade bread from the Marche region. It is crafted using a mother dough and contains minimal salt. The bread is known for its crispy crust, achieved through an overnight fermentation in a cupboard. This delectable treat can be savored from the region’s artisanal ovens and select farms that have preserved their wood-fired ovens.

Fubá bread

Fubá bread is a cherished staple in Brazil, known for its humble ingredients and ease of preparation. Made from cornmeal flour, this bread offers a taste that takes you through the heart of true Brazilian tradition. It has a light, golden crust and a soft interior that pairs beautifully with both sweet and savory spreads. Fubá bread evokes the comfort and nostalgia of rustic, home-cooked meals.

Genzano Bread

There are written records dating back to 1600 showing that Genzano’s specialty was well known and celebrated even in the past. Genzano bread is made with soft wheat flour, water, natural yeast, and salt. Its intense flavor and marvelous taste come from the high quality of its ingredients, in particular the cereal grains, water, and the air of the city, as is said by residents of Genzano.