In downtown Coimbra, between the constant flow of Rua Ferreira Borges and the living memory of the historic centre, a new aroma is beginning to draw attention: honey, caramelised sugar and roasted nuts. “Sabor a España” arrives in the city with a new shop at number 84, bringing with it decades of Spanish confectionery tradition.
Founded in 1948 in Lucena, “Sabor a España” began as a small family business closely linked to traditional fairs and markets. From caramelised apples and candy floss to garrapiñados (sugar-coated nuts), the brand grew while staying true to its origins: crafting artisanal sweets with time, care and respect for time-honoured recipes. What started on the streets gradually evolved into a project that carried this tradition into the heart of cities.
The space is designed to engage all senses. Here, customers can discover a wide range of artisanal products, from traditional turrones — both classic and innovative — to garrapiñados such as almonds, peanuts, pistachios and coconut. There are also chocolate-covered nuts, lightly salted caramelised varieties, chocolates and carefully curated gift selections.
More than simply selling sweets, the brand offers a warm, sensory experience, where aroma, texture and flavour are all part of the ritual. Much of the preparation happens in full view, reviving the spirit of the fairs and bringing customers closer to the artisanal process behind each product.
Right in the heart of downtown, along one of the city’s most symbolic streets, “Sabor a España” blends naturally into the local retail landscape with an offering that speaks both to tradition and to the curiosity of passers-by.
Coimbra gains not just a new shop, but an invitation to slow down, taste and rediscover flavours that span generations. A piece of Spanish confectionery tradition that now blends seamlessly into the city’s daily life, warm and rich with memory.
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