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Traditional Sweets Decline as Modern Treats Rise in Malaga

12/22/2025

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Story summary

Malaga's Christmas confectionery is shifting as traditional sweets such as pestiños and mantecados decline in popularity.
Store-bought treats like panettones and yule logs rise due to this shift.
Convent bakeries uphold traditional methods and are recognized by the Repsol Guide for their craftsmanship.
Events such as the provincial meeting of convent confectionery highlight the enduring significance of age-old recipes despite competition from contemporary trends.

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Story summary

Malaga's Christmas confectionery is shifting as traditional sweets such as pestiños and mantecados decline in popularity.
Store-bought treats like panettones and yule logs rise due to this shift.
Convent bakeries uphold traditional methods and are recognized by the Repsol Guide for their craftsmanship.
Events such as the provincial meeting of convent confectionery highlight the enduring significance of age-old recipes despite competition from contemporary trends.