One of Mallorca’s best-known traditional bakeries began life in the market town of Campos in the south of Mallorca.

Pastisseries Pomar was founded in 1902 in the market town and the original premises are still in Carrer de Plaça. Today the business is run by the fourth and fifth generations of the family that founded it and has three premises in Campos and one in Palma (in Carrer Manacor, almost adjacent to the junction with the Avenidas).

The traditional bakery and cafe is a popular stop in Campos particularly on market day mornings (Thursdays and Saturdays), with locals and visitors buying traditional Mallorcan pastries, cakes, and chocolates, and maybe stopping for a hot drink and a sweet or savoury treat.

Sourdough at Larotî

Before the pandemic, when I had a radio show called ‘Table Talk’ on Mallorca Sunshine Radio, I interviewed Juan Ocampo, then chef at Tess de Mar restaurant in Campos.

Juan no longer works in the restaurant but owns the excellent sourdough bakery Larotî in Campos, just a short walk from his former restaurant kitchen. A small table just inside means you can also have a coffee here – if the table in this popular bakery is free.

Sourdough is Larotî’s speciality and Juan’s moreish bread is available in different flavours. We had rosemary and olive and couldn’t stop eating it once we were home; it was so delicious. Juan uses organic flours to make his breads, rolls, and other baked goods, including croissants, tartlets, cocas, mini banana breads, and biscuits.

On our last visit, during the Saturday market, a queue had formed at the door of Larotî – such is the good reputation of Juan and his team. I recommend going early in the morning while there’s still plenty of bread and baked goods on offer.

Larotî also sells a small range of gourmet products, including delicious bean-to-bar Maüa chocolate (made in Palma).

Here’s an idea: if you’re planning a day at one of the beaches a short drive away, call in at Larotî and buy the ingredients for a delicious, impromptu picnic by the sea. You’ll find the bakery in Carrer Convent, where it’s open from 8am until 2pm, Tuesday to Saturday.

Where to Visit Near Campos

Es Trenc is the beautiful virgin beach that’s a short drive from Campos. Coastal places also worth visiting in this area are Colònia de Sant Jordi and sa Ràpita.

If you like cheese, check out Formatges Burguera on the outskirts of Campos, which has a shop on site selling their own cow’s milk cheeses.

Where to Eat in Campos

Tess de Mar is one of two restaurants within Sa Creu Nova Petit Palais Art & Spa in Campos. Read my review of this restaurant for Mallorca Sunshine Radio here.

Jan Edwards©2024