Sweet Traditions: La Panadería Unveils Its Fall Pan Dulce and Día de Muertos Treats

La Panadería’s Pink Pan de Muerto. Photo: La Panadería, used with permission.

🍂 Celebrate Fall with La Panadería’s New Seasonal Pan Dulce and Día de los Muertos Specials

La Panadería is excited to announce the launch of its fall-inspired pan dulce lineup—just in time for cooler weather and Día de los Muertos celebrations! This season, the bakery brings bold, comforting flavors to its beloved collection of pastries with two standout creations you won’t want to miss. (La Panadería, 2025)


🎃 Pumpkin Concha — $4.70

Back by popular demand!
The Pumpkin Concha returns with La Panadería’s signature pillowy concha base, topped with a festive orange cookie crust and filled with a rich, spiced pumpkin filling made from real pumpkin purée. It’s a cozy fall favorite and the perfect pairing for the bakery’s Maple Pumpkin Cold Foam Latte.

🗓 Available: Now through Thanksgiving (November 27) at all La Panadería locations.


💀 Dubai Chocolate Pan de Muerto — $7.50

New this year!
Introducing the Dubai Chocolate Pan de Muerto, a luxurious twist on the traditional Day of the Dead bread. This personal-sized pan de muerto is flavored with orange essence, dusted in sugar, sliced open, and generously filled with house-made Nutella and pistachio ganache made from real ground pistachios. Finished with chopped pistachios, it’s an indulgent, limited-time treat.

🗓 Available: In limited daily quantities through Día de Muertos weekend (November 2) at all four La Panadería locations, while supplies last.


🕯 Pan de Muerto Pre-Order Details

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with La Panadería’s family-size and mini Pan de Muerto loaves, available for pre-order online.

Pre-Order Here
Pre-orders open: Wednesday, October 22

🍞 Available Items & Pricing

  • Family Size Regular Pan de Muerto – $25.00
  • Family Size Pink Pan de Muerto – $27.50
  • Mini 6-Pack Regular Pan de Muerto – $25.00
  • Mini 6-Pack Pink Pan de Muerto – $30.00

📦 Pick-Up Dates

  • Friday, October 31
  • Saturday, November 1
  • Sunday, November 2

✨ The vibrant pink Pan de Muerto—a customer favorite—returns this year in both family-size and mini options. The classic mini and personal-sized Pan de Muerto are also available year-round in-store, no pre-order required.


Fall-Inspired Lattes

Round out your visit with La Panadería’s new cold foam latte lineup, featuring comforting seasonal flavors:

  • Abuelita Chocolate
  • Dubai Chocolate
  • Pumpkin

These handcrafted drinks are the perfect pairing to a sweet slice of Pan de Muerto, making every visit a delicious way to celebrate the spirit of the season.


Dubai Chocolate Pan de Muerto. Photo: La Panadería, used with permission.

Bakery Lorraine’s Macaron Magic: Special Offers for National Macaron Day

Satisfy your sweet tooth this National Macaron Day at Bakery Lorraine. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.

National Macaron Day, celebrated on March 20, is a tribute to the beloved French confection. These delicate, colorful cookies, made from almond flour, egg whites, and sugar, boast a crisp shell with a soft, chewy center, often filled with ganache, buttercream, or jam. People adore macarons for their airy texture, vibrant hues, and endless flavor possibilities, from classic vanilla to exotic passionfruit. Their elegance makes them perfect for celebrations, gifts, and indulgent treats. On this day, bakeries worldwide often have promotional sales, encouraging everyone to savor the artistry and deliciousness of this timeless pastry.

As National Macaron Day approaches on Thursday, May 20, celebrate by indulging in USA Today-recognized Bakery Lorraine’s delectable macarons.

Sweet tooth enthusiasts can select from a variety of flavors, including lemon-lime, salted caramel, Earl Grey, pistachio, raspberry, triple vanilla, chocolate, and more. Each macaron is crafted with the finest ingredients to guarantee that every bite is pure indulgence. Macarons are available in assorted packs of 6 or 12. If purchased in-store only, Bakery Lorraine is offering discounts for the 12-pack, available for $30 (originally $36) and the 6-pack, available for $15 (originally $18).

With locations across San Antonio, Boerne, and Austin, Bakery Lorraine makes National Macaron Day unforgettable by offering delightful beverage and bite pairings such as lattes, matcha, veggie frittatas, opera cakes, turkey pesto sandwiches, pop tarts and more—making it Texas’ go-to destination for all things Parisian patisserie. 

From Ghostly Goodies to Festive Activities: Discover Local Halloween and Día de los Muertos Specials

Celebrate life and remembrance with La Panadería’s authentic Pan de Muerto. Photo: La Panadería, used with permission.

With the fall season upon us, festive pastries inspired by Halloween and Day of the Dead are rising in popularity, delighting the senses. Halloween treats often feature spooky designs, like ghostly meringues, pumpkin-shaped cookies, and rich chocolate cupcakes topped with eerie fondant decorations. In contrast, Day of the Dead pastries celebrate life and remembrance, showcasing vibrant sugar skulls, pan de muerto (a sweet bread adorned with bone-like decorations), and colorful marigold-infused treats. Both themes bring warmth and creativity to the season, inviting friends and families to gather and indulge in these delectable delights, merging tradition with the joy of celebrating life and the spirit of the season.

San Antonio area businesses are offering specialized themed treats and specials/events. More details on each below. (Bakery Lorraine, Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Twang, La Panadería, 2024)

Bakery Lorraine – October 26 to 31
From October 26 to 31, Bakery Lorraine will feature a selection of Halloween-themed pastries, including the Ghost Tart (salted caramel and dark chocolate ganache with a white chocolate ghost), Mummy Tart (buttery lemon curd in a crisp shell with torched meringue), Voodoo Doll (gingerbread cookie dipped in dark chocolate), Candy Corn Macaron (orange and yellow macaron filled with vanilla honey buttercream), and Black Cat Tart (dark chocolate mousse with strawberry gelee, available only on October 30 & 31).

Bakery Lorraine’s Candy Corn Macaron. Photo: Bakery Lorraine, used with permission.

Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa – October 1 – October 31
Enjoy a variety of Spooky October treats at Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, including a Spa Face Mask Special available from October 1 to October 31. Guests can add a Specialized Treatment Mask to any service and receive an additional mask to take home for free. The add-on is only $40 and automatically applies when booking online.

Halloween-Themed Yoga Session – Sunday October 27
Celebrate the Fall spirit with a Halloween-themed yoga session on Sunday, October 27, at 11a.m. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in costume for a chance to win a complimentary Slow Beauty Pedicure. Participants will receive all-day access to the pool and fitness center, along with a guaranteed reservation at Corinne San Antonio. Admission is free, but RSVP is required via Eventbrite.

Twang
Celebrate Halloween with a Tex-Mex twist by enjoying Twang’s themed cocktail, the Bruja’s Brew, made with Twang’s Chile Lime Rimming Salt. The single serving of this drink includes 2 oz cinnamon liqueur, 3/4 oz pomegranate syrup, 3 oz apple cider, and is topped with champagne. For a group, try the punch recipe, which serves 16 oz cinnamon liqueur, 6 oz pomegranate syrup, 24 oz apple cider, plus one 750ml bottle of champagne. To finish it off right, rim each guest’s drink in Twang’s Chile Lime Rimming Salt for the ultimate touch to this spooky special. Recipe by Aaron Peña, Owner of Amor Eterno in San Antonio.

Bruja’s Brew. Photo: Twang, used with permission.

La Panadería
James Beard Nominated bakery and café, La Panadería, hailed for its authentic pan dulce, tortas and more, is thrilled to announce that the pre-orders for Pan de Muerto at all locations are now available online. Guests can honor the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos with La Panadería’s handcrafted Pan de Muerto, available to pick up between October 31 to November 3.

This year, there is a new pink rendition of the bread available in both family sized and mini options. Baby sized versions of both pink and regular Pan de Muerto will be available in-store at all locations – pre-ordering is not required.

Pan de Muerto Pre-order Details:
• Items/Cost:
Family size Regular Pan de Muerto – $25.00
Family size Pink Pan de Muerto – $27.50
Mini 6-pack Regular Pan de Muerto – $24.00
Mini 6-pack Pink Pan de Muerto – $26.00

• Pick-up Date(s):
Thursday, October 31
Friday, November 1
Saturday, November 2
Sunday, November 3

This beloved Mexican pastry symbolizes the connection between the living and the deceased, making it a meaningful addition to upcoming celebrations. Guests can also purchase the Pan de Muerto at San Antonio’s upcoming Muertos Fest at the end of the month (October 26 & 27).

A Taste of Tradition: La Panadería Opens New Location

Opening on Sunday October 13, guests can experience a diverse menu of authentic Mexican cuisine and freshly baked pan dulce. Photo: La Panadería, used with permission.

James Beard Nominated bakery and café, La Panadería, hailed for its authentic pan dulce, tortas and more, is thrilled to announce that its newest location will open to the public on Sunday, October 13, 2024. The new restaurant, dubbed the “Midtown Broadway” store, is located at 2503 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78215, just minutes away from popular destinations like the Historic Pearl District, Brackenridge Park, The DoSeum, and more. (La Panadería, 2024)

Guests can indulge in the same mouthwatering menu featuring pan dulce, all-day breakfast, brunch, and lunch options, alongside a refreshing selection of wine, cocktails, beer, coffee, fresh juice, and customizable tortas and salads. In addition to its delectable offerings, this new location will have an expanded patio, providing the perfect setting to savor meals amid the bustle of the Broadway Cultural Corridor.

Opening Day: Sunday, October 13, 2024

Soft Opening Hours:
• Sunday, October 13 and Monday, October 14 from 8a.m. to 3p.m.

Regular Operating Hours:
• Monday – Friday from 7a.m. to 8p.m.
• Saturday – Sunday from 7a.m. to 6p.m.

**Regular hours to start after October 14

La Panadería Midtown Broadway
2503 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78215

La Panadería, founded in 2013 at the Quarry Farmers Market, is a bakery and café in San Antonio, Texas. Co-owners and brothers, José and David Cáceres opened their first brick-and-mortar in 2014 to share their cultura and love for baking with the beautiful city of San Antonio. With a commitment to quality ingredients and artisanal craftsmanship, La Panadería’s legacy has become a staple in the evolution of the San Antonio culinary scene, delighting locals and visitors alike with its delectable pan dulce, tortas, brunch, and inviting dining experience for all their guests.

Photo: La Panadería, used with permission.

Second La Panaderia location opens on Friday

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A second location of La Panaderia will officially open on Friday June 9, 2017.  Courtesy photo, used with permission.

La Panadería is a San Antonio favorite known for its variety of artisan breads, pastries and made-from-scratch tortas, soups and salads. On Friday June 9, co-owners José and David Cáceres will open their second location at 301 E Houston St on the corner of East Houston and Navarro Streets, just minutes away from the San Antonio Riverwalk, Majestic Theatre and the Henry B González Convention Center. Business hours will be Sunday through Thursday from 7a.m. to 8p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 7a.m to 10p.m. (La Panadería, 2017)

The new flagship location is 6,000 square-feet and features a state of the art “bread lab” where customers can watch La Panadería’s production and 48-hour fermentation process in action. Menu items will include more chef-driven dessert options, new café items, a new dinner menu featuring open face pepitos, beer and wine. They will also have the usual menu featuring artisan breads and pastries and house made tortas, soups and salads.

José and David Cáceres opened La Panadería in 2014 hoping to share their Mexican heritage with San Antonio. The bakery specializes in handmade bread and pastries inspired by Mexico’s Golden Era. Other influences include French, Italian and American breadmaking techniques and are filled with love, family and tradition as the brothers bring a slice of their childhood in Mexico to San Antonio.

La Panadería
301 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 7820