A Global Tour of Bakeries With Fascinating Histories

"A pastry shop specializing in Sephardic sweets serves historic recipes in Ribadavia’s Jewish quarter."

"From working out of his garage to the James Beard semifinals, one Tucson baker has kept his fan base—and his grains—local."

"Texas's oldest bakery serves authentic German pastries, including legendary strudel."

"This Jewish bakery, among the last in the region, sells legendary sweets from a century-old storefront."

"This family-owned bakery is one of the last places in Brooklyn to sell the Nation of Islam–inspired bean pie."

"This bakery and museum offers tours of the tastes and mythology of Aachen's signature spice biscuit—just don't ask for the recipe."

"On a small Slovenian island, diners can mix and match a classic cake into dozens of sweet and savory flavor combinations."

"In the middle of suburban Staten Island, a nearly 150-year-old bakery is preserving the art of a disappearing New York treat."

"Martha's Vineyard's most beloved speakeasy sells late-night pastries."

"Serving Central Asian breads that range from cracker-crisp to warm and fluffy, this bakery brings Bukhara to Queens."