Pão Quente (Santiago)

Cape Verde

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Pão Quente (Santiago)

Originally a family business, Pao Quente has grown quickly to become one of the most loved bakeries in the country, with several locations. They offer varied pastries and typical sweets, like Portuguese cream pastries and rice cakes, as well as birthday cakes and hot coffee.

Cafes

Most Cape Verdean cafes double as restaurants or bars, so you can often eat, drink, and have dessert at the same place. Pastries are particular highlights here, many following the Portuguese traditions, as are the jams ('doce') made from local exotic fruits, often served with goat cheese for dessert. There is a steadily increasing selection of cafes to be found in the major towns and near popular beach areas. Below are the best cafes in Cape Verde: