Rio Maior, Portugal
Sociedade Panificadora Costa & Ferreira, S.A.
Traditional Portuguese bakery producing the first certified bread in Portugal. Founded in 1990, specializing in artisanal bread baked in wood-fired ovens with 100% natural ingredients and no additives.
Costa & Ferreira, also known as Pão de Rio Maior, is a traditional Portuguese bakery founded in 1990 in Rio Maior, Portugal. The company is renowned for producing Pão de Rio Maior, the first bread product in the bakery sector to receive official certification in Portugal. Their commitment to authenticity is evident in their manufacturing process, which involves hand-cutting dough and baking in traditional stone ovens that impart unique flavor and texture to their products.
The bakery produces a variety of bread products including small loaves, loaf bread, and large loaves, with specialized offerings such as flaxseed and oat bread. All products are 100% natural, free from colorants and preservatives, maintaining traditional Portuguese baking standards. The company emphasizes quality sourcing of 100% national products and has maintained 35 years of tradition and reputation based on customer preference and loyalty.
Costa & Ferreira holds certifications from SGS and BRCGS, demonstrating compliance with international food safety and quality standards. The company is located in Rio Maior, Estrada D. Maria II, Alto da Serra, and actively engages with the local community through various initiatives.
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- Bakery
- Bread
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