Golmajería facts for kids

Golmajería or golmajía refers to delicious pastries from La Rioja, a region in Spain. These traditional sweets are a special part of the local food culture. The word "golmajería" might have come from the Arabic language, but its exact origin is not fully known.

What are some famous Golmajerías?

La Rioja is known for many tasty golmajerías. Some of the most famous ones include:

• The fardelejos from Arnedo: These are light, almond-filled pastries.
• The Mazapán de Soto from Soto en Cameros: This is a type of marzipan, a sweet made from almonds and sugar.
• The rolls and manguitos from Cervera del Río Alhama.
• The camuesada or sosiega from the Comarca de Cervera de Río Alhama area.
• The ahorcaditos and molletes from Santo Domingo de la Calzada.
• The bodigo or harinosa from Aguilar del Río Alhama.
• The barrilla from Calahorra.

See also

• List of pastries
• In Spanish: Golmajería para niños