--- title: History description: "Casa das Lérias, now a charming 22-room historic hotel, was once the bakery where Alcino dos Reis revived and reinvented Amarante’s traditional pastries, most famously the 'Lérias.' With roots tracing back to the Poor Clare nuns of the 14th century, these conventual pastries hold a special place in Portuguese culinary history." keywords: "Casa das Lérias, Boutique hotel Amarante, Conventual sweets, Léria, Alcino dos Reis, History of Portuguese confectionery, Traditional sweets from Amarante, Gastronomic heritage, Historical confectionery, Sweets from Portugal, Conventual sweets" seo_title: "| Discover Casa das Lérias: The Legacy of Amarante's traditional pastries" url: https://1845amarante-hotel.guestcentric.net/en/history language: en is_homepage: false hotel: Casa das Lérias city: Amarante country: Portugal phone: "+351 255 245 660" email: info@casadaslerias.com --- - [en](/en/history) - [pt](/historia) [/en/](/en/) Social Share [/en/](/en/) # History ### History The Legacy of Amarante's traditional pastries Casa das Lérias, now a charming historic accomodation with 22 rooms and suits, was once the bakery where Alcino dos Reis revived and reinvented Amarante’s traditional pastries, most famously the "Lérias." With roots tracing back to the Poor Clare nuns of the 14th century, these conventual pastries hold a special place in Portuguese culinary history. --- [/media/pdfs/a3-lerias-menu-03.2026-7-.pdf](/media/pdfs/a3-lerias-menu-03.2026-7-.pdf) [/media/pdfs/a3-lerias-menu-03.2026-7-.pdf](/media/pdfs/a3-lerias-menu-03.2026-7-.pdf) #### Lérias - Coffee, Sweets and Lérias in Amarante / Lérias - Coffee, Sweets and Lérias in Amarante / Lérias - Coffee, Sweets and Lérias in Amarante Discover Lérias, one of the best options for anyone looking for where to eat in Amarante or for a traditional pastry shop in the historic center. Here, tradition and modernity meet in a cozy space with a charming view of the Tâmega River. Enjoy traditional Lérias, fresh coffee made with beans roasted daily, sandwiches, and modern desserts - perfect for anyone searching for typical sweets from Amarante. [/media/pdfs/a3-lerias-menu-03.2026-7-.pdf](/media/pdfs/a3-lerias-menu-03.2026-7-.pdf) #### New lunch menu New at Lérias! We now have a lunch menu available from Monday to Saturday, from 11 am to 3 pm, with combos starting from €5.50. [https://ugc.production.linktr.ee/f89e5f00-e674-41f9-9645-ebaa6ed4e7bb_postal-lerias21.pdf](https://ugc.production.linktr.ee/f89e5f00-e674-41f9-9645-ebaa6ed4e7bb_postal-lerias21.pdf) [https://ugc.production.linktr.ee/f89e5f00-e674-41f9-9645-ebaa6ed4e7bb_postal-lerias21.pdf](https://ugc.production.linktr.ee/f89e5f00-e674-41f9-9645-ebaa6ed4e7bb_postal-lerias21.pdf) #### Traditional Sweets and Lérias Try the most famous sweet of Amarante - the Léria. In addition to this classic, we offer modern desserts such as croissants, pistachio croissants, red velvet cake, and lemon tart. A great choice for those looking for traditional sweets or an authentic pastry shop in Amarante. [https://ugc.production.linktr.ee/f89e5f00-e674-41f9-9645-ebaa6ed4e7bb_postal-lerias21.pdf](https://ugc.production.linktr.ee/f89e5f00-e674-41f9-9645-ebaa6ed4e7bb_postal-lerias21.pdf) --- #### The original Casa das Lérias In November 1910, he opened his first shop, Confeitaria Flaviense, selling pastries, shoes, and local products. Over time, the business evolved and,in the 1930’s, it became Casa das Lérias. This building housed the bakery where Alcino and his family lived and worked, until his death in 1967. Through Casa das Lérias and his dedication to these extraordinary regional pastries, Alcino dos Reis became a cultural ambassador for Amarante, preserving its culinary heritage and making it known worldwide. --- [Footer Logo](/en/) Contacts [Rua Cândido dos Reis, nº 21 Amarante, 4600-055 Portugal](https://maps.google.com?q=Rua+C%C3%A2ndido+dos+Reis%2C+n%C2%BA+21+,Amarante,4600-055) Phone: [+351 255 245 660 National fixed network](tel:+351255245660) Email: [info@casadaslerias.com](mailto:info@casadaslerias.com) Social [![Powered by GuestCentric — Hotel Website & Booking Technology](https://static.guestcentric.net/cdn/wsbdev/wsbdev_bin/powered-gc.svg)](https://www.guestcentric.com/) --- ## Casa das Lérias **Address:** Rua Cândido dos Reis, nº 21 , Amarante, 4600-055, Portugal **Phone:** +351 255 245 660 **Email:** [info@casadaslerias.com](mailto:info@casadaslerias.com)