Food is a universal language only the palate can translate. And sampling foods – especially sweet delicacies – from other countries is always a divine experience. The next time you’re in the area, consider a visit to the following Mexican bakery in North Carolina. From the minute you walk in the door, your keen sense of smell will tell you that you’ve come to the right place.
Bakeries around the world seem to have a similar smell, but each country has its own traditional baked goods. At New Bern Mexican Bakery, you'll find authentic baked goodness that'll bring a smile to your face.
From traditional Mexican Pan Dulce like Mantecada (muffin-shaped and similar to pound cake) to Palmera (rolled up with cinnamon and similar to a cinnamon roll), to Donas (fried, yeasted donuts) and more, the bakery case is always filled with a large variety of choices.
New Bern Mexican Bakery is nestled over on Pollock Street, only a block from bustling Broad Street in downtown.
The Spanish treat is made from a special pastry recipe and gets pushed through a specially-shaped tube before it's cut and then deep fried. A coat of sugar on the outside tops off this popular item. If you've never had a fresh one, then here's your chance.
The variety changes daily, and you can bet every single thing will soon be added to your list of favorites. Some items are only available seasonally, or by special request.
This special oval-shaped bread is used to celebrate Ephiphany (January 6). Traditional cakes include a number of Baby Jesus figures within the bread. It's a tradition in Mexico for only those who find a Baby Jesus figurine in their piece of cake to throw another gathering for everyone else (who didn't find one) a few weeks later on Candlemas Day (February 2).
It's worthy to note that the bakery is also part Mexican market.
Whether you're seeking authentic Mexican cheese or other ingredients to make the perfect meal, you'll find it here!
Whatever your celebration entails (many people, an occasion... or just you and the family sampling some delicious Mexican pastries), you're sure to love a visit to this awesome bakery in New Bern.
Have you ever visited New Bern Mexican Bakery in New Bern, North Carolina? What’s on your list of favorite items from here? We’d love to know (and see your photos!) in our comments. To learn more about them, call (252) 634-3335. They’re open seven days a week. The hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m .to 5 p.m.
Address: 1201 Pollock Street, New Bern, NC, 28560
Craving freshly baked goodies after reading this and can’t wait until you make it over to New Bern? Here are 15 of the best bakeries in the Tar Heel State. Enjoy!
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