“La sencillez es la máxima sofisticación.”

Tarta de Santiago tradicional

Pedro Portocarrero, bishop and cleric.

// Compostelan heritage

A recipe born along the Camino

The first historical record of the tarta de Santiago is from the bishop Pedro Portocarrero, when he first visited the University of Santiago in 1577. Ever since, it became a symbol of the city. The cake travelled in the saddlebags of pilgrims that travelled the Camino and it soon became a symbol of Galician hospitality. Its recipe was already well-documented by the 16th century.

What's extraordinaty its su simplicity: ground almond, sugar and egg. Nothing more. We don't add wheat flour or preservatives. Here at Panadería Ana we go a step further: we use high quality, 100% natural almond flour, which enhances its original flavour and its rich texture.

// Artisanal process

Three ingredients. A 100-year long tradition.

The original recipe needs no enhancements: only good almond, sugar and fresh eggs.

Our baker, José Manuel

Our way of baking

  • 100% almond flour propio.
  • Fresh eggs from local farms.
  • The right amount of sugar.
  • Slow and uniform baking.

What truly makes our product unique is our absolute respect for the traditional recipe. We make our cakes exclusively with the finest quality ground almonds, without resorting to added flours or ingredients that cut costs at the expense of flavor. Every bite preserves the authenticity of centuries of Galician baking tradition.

In a world where industrial production prioritizes speed over quality, we choose the opposite path: craftsmanship. Each cake is handmade with patience and care, maintaining the perfect balance of texture, aroma, and flavor. This is how we guarantee a unique experience that transports you directly to the deepest roots of Galicia.

Many pilgrims and tourists passing through Cee look for an authentic souvenir, a piece of Galicia they can take home with them. Our Tarta de Santiago is much more than a dessert: it is a symbol, a testament to tradition, hospitality, and dedication.

That is why we put all our care and effort into every preparation. We carefully select our raw ingredients, oversee every stage of the process, and pay attention to every detail, from the batter to the final packaging. We want you, when you taste it, to enjoy not only its unmistakable flavor but also the history and soul it carries.

Whether as a gift, a keepsake, or simply a sweet treat, our Tarta de Santiago is an invitation to savor Galicia with your heart.

Our creation: Tarta de Mazaricos

A special version of the Tarta de Santiago, with high quality nuts and a touch of local honey. A homage to our country origins in A Picota and to nature tiself.

Tarta de Mazaricos

Did you know...?

Our Tarta de Santiago has travelled far. Tourists and pilgrims have taken them home to England, Germany, America, Korea... Where will you take it?

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Almond cakes sold

summer 2025

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