Photo of the venue: Convento de la Concepción, Plaza de las Descalzas, 41410 Carmona, Sevilla
Mudéjar route through the Convento de la Concepción
The Convento de las Descalzas de la Inmaculada Concepción keeps alive one of the most cherished gastronomic traditions of Carmona: the artisanal preparation of cloistered sweets using recipes passed down for centuries.
Through the classic wooden revolving tray (torno) of the convent's entrance, the nuns offer delicious specialties such as oil cakes ('tortas de aceite'), traditional shortbreads ('mantecados'), angel hair pastries ('empanadillas de ángel'), and the famous 'yemas de San Juan'.
Access to the convent's revolving tray is free admission (you pay for the cost of the artisanal product) during morning hours from 09:30h to 13:00h and afternoon from 16:30h to 18:30h.
Frequently asked questions
How are the sweets purchased at the convent?
They are purchased through the traditional wooden revolving tray located in the entrance area.
What are the hours for the revolving tray?
It serves in the mornings from 09:30h to 13:00h and in the afternoons from 16:30h to 18:30h.