The true taste of tradition since 1925

Discover the authentic Pão de Ló de Alfeizerão and other specialities, prepared with the knowledge and tradition passed down through generations.

Short History

Tradition says that the recipe of the Alfeizerão sponge cake has its origin in the Monastery of Saint Mary of Coz, a female Cistercian convent founded in the 12th century by D. Fernando, the abbot of Alcobaça in Coz, a few kilometres away from Alcobaça.
Due to the persecution of the religious orders and the consequent closing down of the convent in the early 19th century, some of the nuns took refuge in Alfeizerão and passed on the recipe to a few women who lived there.
Alfeizerão is the birthplace of the nobleman and knight Vitorino Froes, a friend of King D. Carlos who came here often, dividing his time between the property in Alfeizerão and a house in S. Martinho do Porto.

100 Years of History

1925-2025

In 2025, Casa do Pão de Ló de Alfeizerão celebrated 100 years of history, tradition and flavour.

For a century, we have preserved the authenticity of the traditional Pão de Ló de Alfeizerão, keeping alive a tradition that has been passed down through generations.

Do you miss the real Alfeizerão sponge cake?

NOW IN YOUR HOME!

DELIVERIES IN LISBON
By prior order, via paodelo1925@gmail.com our 262 999 558 (Call to the Portuguese fixed network).
Orders from €40.

Alfeizerão Sponge Cake

Enthronement of the members of the Casa do Pão-de-ló de Alfeizerão as confrades [brothers] of the Confraria do pão-de-ló tradicional.

Our Space

Being a bon vivant, his table was never short of the best delicacies as befits a king. The sponge cake was one of the most popular delicacies and now we enter the realm of legend and a few other short culinary «stories»: on one of the occasions when the court came here, there was such anxiety that the cake wasn't completely baked and gained its peculiar consistency and appearance. The king and the rest of the court gave such compliments to such a delicacy that, from that day onwards, it was always baked in the same way.

This is how we reached the contemporary Alfeizerão sponge cake, a conventual cake that was present at the king's table and in church auctions every time there was a festivity or a special event.
It is sold in its own shop and respecting tradition since 1925, and it is still praised by presidents and other illustrious clients who associate Alfeizerão with the famous sponge cake and with the CASA DO PÃO-DE-LÓ DE ALFEIZERÃO


Celebrating 75 years of sponge cake Alfeizerão CTT

Article from the Wine Passion magazine

2025 Award

Artisan Producer of the Year 2025

Casa do Pão de Ló de Alfeizerão was distinguished as Artisan Producer of the Year 2025, as part of the “Best of the Year 2025” Awards by Revista de Vinhos – A Essência do Vinho.

This recognition celebrates the craftsmanship, tradition and authenticity that have been part of our history for generations.

Guided Tour

GUIDED TOURS + TASTING 7€/PERSON

HISTORY OF THE SPONGE CAKE AND THE SHOP | VISIT TO THE OVEN | BREAD TASTING

Wednesday mornings = groups of 10 people.
Come and learn about our History.
ATake the opportunity and enjoy our team room with selected teas you can also take home !

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are your opening hours?

    We are open every day of the week, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

  • Where are you located?

    Our address is:

    Largo do Pão de Ló, No. 3, Alfeizerão

    We are located next to the Galp petrol station.

  • What are your contact numbers?

    You can contact us on the following numbers:

    Landline: 262 999 558

    Mobile: 912 008 648

  • What sizes and prices of Pão de Ló are available?

    Our traditional Pão de Ló is available in three different sizes:

    Small: €11.50

    Medium: €16.50

    Large: €22.50

  • What payment methods do you accept?

    For your convenience, we accept payments by:

    Debit/Credit Card

    MB Way