Residents of the East Zone have certainly heard of Cepam, the region’s favorite bakery. Located on a corner in Vila Prudente, the “bakery” stands out for its vast menu and impressive size, earning it the title of São Paulo’s largest bakery.
In fact, some say that Cepam’s grandeur goes beyond São Paulo’s borders, and is considered by many to be the largest bakery in Latin America. Although there is no official recognition of the title, it is well-founded: the establishment occupies 2,500 square meters, which impresses any visitor!
However, Cepam’s fame is not only due to its size. The bakery is known as one of the best bakeries in the East Zone and has already won the Padocaria competition, showing that it is one of the capital’s favorites.
A group of friends founded the largest bakery in São Paulo
Cepam’s story began in 1968, when four friends decided to open a 60-square-meter bakery in Vila Prudente. The name pays homage to the Colégio Estadual Professos Américo de Moura, where the founders studied.
Over the years, the business stopped being just a bakery and started operating as a patisserie , pizzeria, restaurant and mini-market. Thus, the old store grew to become an icon of the city, consolidating itself as a meeting point for residents of the East Zone and attracting people from other regions.
Today, Cepam offers everything from classics such as warm French bread, misto quente and café com leite to pizzas, pies, complete dishes and desserts for all tastes. The mini-market also has ice cream, cheeses and charcuterie items.
The end of the year is complete with Cepam’s panettone!
With the arrival of Christmas, the aroma of panettone and chocolate takes over Cepam. After all, the establishment also offers Village products, such as panettone, gingerbread, chocolates and other traditional holiday delights.
And that’s just the beginning: there are more than 5,000 products available to customers at São Paulo’s largest bakery. How about booking an appointment to see everything up close? For your convenience, the place offers free parking and more than 500 seats between the counter and the lounge with tables. Located at Rua Ibitirama, 1409, Vila Prudente, Cepam is the perfect destination for those looking for variety, quality and tradition in São Paulo.
