History of “ideal” pastries, one of the most famous CDMX

In the heart Mexico CityBetween crowded streets and historical buildings, is one of the most symbolic bakeries in the country: The ideal. These pastries are famous for their shelves full of shells, ears, cakes and multi -colored cakes, these pastries are not just a commercial work, but they are a capital heritage in real cooking.

It was established nearly a century ago, and she has perfectly maintained her family and literal essence through generations, and it becomes a meeting point for lovers of sweet bread and traditional pastries.

“Ideal” origin

the Ideal pastries Founded in 1927, at a time when Mexico City witnessed significant growth in urban and cultural areas. Its founders, and Spanish immigrants with wide experience in European pastries came with the aim of providing high -quality bakery products.

First place is located on September 16, in Historical centerA large commercial and social area at that time. Since its inception, The ideal It was characterized by its careful width, the use of higher quality components and the ability to integrate traditional European technologies with typical Mexican flavors.

Customer service was close and accurate, which was rapidly placed as one of the bakeries preferred by the middle and high layer of the capital. One of the most innovative aspects was the way the products were displayed: in large offers, with completely arranged trays, creating an attractive visual experience still reserved.

In addition, provided space where customers can choose the stairs directly, which was not common in all bakeries. With the death of the contracts, the ideal was evolving without losing its essence.

During the second half of the twentieth century, the bakery merged modern machines to improve their operations without giving up the quality of the craftsmanship that distinguished them. The new recipes joined the list, including three Milky Way cakes, and more, and recently, objective options for parties and celebrations.

The increasing demand has opened new branches. Each branch maintains traditional beauty, with crowded shows, high ceilings and an environment indicating the past.

It has also evolved in terms of management. Over the years, the descendants of the founders and new partners assumed management, while maintaining a line of continuity that gives priority to quality, diversity and attachment to traditional recipes.

What do they sell in the “ideal” bakery?

One of the greatest pride The ideal It is a wonderful variety of products. It is sufficient to enter any of its branches to marvel at hundreds of bread, cakes and files, definition of correlation and pasta options. Among the most requested:

• Dead bread: Especially in the season, with sugar or sesame.
• Traditional shells: Sponge and with a crunchy cover, both vanilla and chocolate.
• Los Garibaldis: A jam covered with white jam and Chocitos.
• Mocha and three cake cakes: Ideal for celebrations, known as its soft flavor and classic decorations.
• Various cookies: From dust to dry pasta with jam.
• Other products: Nowadays, we find Flan, Jelly and Malty Snacks for parties and cakes for special occasions.

Diversity is that many customers wander only to fill their trays and withdraw dozens of different pieces. There are even those who consider it part of the Sunday routine or forced stopping when they visit the historical center.

In addition, pastries were part of the lives of thousands of capitalists: birthdays, wedding parties, baptism and all kinds of events whose products were described. A bakery was also filmed in movies, series and reports, and promoted as a symbol of the city.

Nowadays, the ideal remains an indispensable reference when talking about bread in Mexico City. Its presence in social networks, especially on Instagram and Tiktok, has grown, where users share videos and photos of their purchases, indicating long lines and a variety of products.

Although he maintains nostalgia, he was able to adapt to the modern world that provides special requests and more contemporary decorative options and attention to personal events.

In addition, its position spread beyond the capital: national and foreign tourists come curious and expectation, and they often take boxes full of bread as a memory to visit you.

Chefs, pastries and various foods are considered a reference for quality and perseverance. For many, The ideal Not only is good bread, but also a sensual experience and a journey to the past and an example of how the brand remains valid without losing its essence.

Where are the “ideal” pastries?

Pastries today expanded to 5 branches, in CDMX and Mexico:

• September 16: AV. September 16, 18, Colonia CP 06000 Mexico City

Hours: From Monday to Sunday from 6:30 am to 9:00 pm

• Uruguay: The Republic of Uruguay 74, COLONIA CP 06000 Mexico City

Hours: From Monday to Sunday from 6:30 am to 9:00 pm

• Aragon: AV. Hank González 773, Colonia Valle De Aragón 2nd SECC. Mexico State

Hours: From Monday to Sunday from 6:00 am to 8:30 pm

• Aztec City: Avenue de lastecaks 141, pressed disk. Azteca Section 1. Ecatepec de Morellos, Mexico State.

Hours: From Monday to Sunday from 6:30 am to 9:30 pm

• Nezahualcóyotl City: AV. Adolfo López Mateos 172, Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl, Mexico, CP 57730

Hours: From Monday to Sunday from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm

the History of perfect pastry It is also a story Mexico City: A mixture of traditions, taste and permanence. These pastries were able to maintain the value of craftsmen, warm treatment and the richness of Mexican pastries. The ideal visit is undoubtedly an experience that nourishes the body and memory.

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