from the classic toast with ham and oil —oh, by God— to the Churros with chocolate . From the specialty coffee to the due brunch with its avocado and its Benedictine eggs as God intended: happiness is found in the simplest things in life and a good breakfast is, of course, one of them.
And the luck is that in the city of La Giralda and Calle Betis, de las Setas and the neighborhood of Santa Cruz, this issue is taken very seriously. So seriously, hey, turning the most important meal of the day into an excuse to hit the streets is the most common thing, who does not like to wake up with the greatest delights ahead?
So for Seville we are going to put on our boots. You get ready to enjoy, we'll take care of the route.
CASA ORZÁEZ OR THE PLEASURE OF THE SLOW LIFE
Tranquility. Peace. Quiet. These are the sensations that invade you when you sit in the warmth of the winter sun on the small terrace of Casa Orzaez, or opt for a little spot at one of the four tables inside. Better to arrive early, otherwise you will have to wait, but with everything and that it will be worth it: this temple to slow-life it is also to high altitude breakfasts , as we like them. Coquettish, elaborate: delicious.
Orzaez House
Those who give life to the business are Eugenia, Claudia and Pablo , three brothers who had no doubts when a few years ago they decided to bet on making this dream come true: a place in Seville with which to enjoy making others enjoy. As simple as that.
And they do it thanks to the love they put into each delicacy prepared in their cafeteria: those starring the raw goat's milk cheeses of the autochthonous Sevillian Florida breed that his own mother is in charge of elaborating in the cheese factory they own in Castilblanco de los Arroyos —Mare Nostrum is the brand—: take a look at their particular cheese cellar it is a blessed madness.
But they are also tempting rich live foods—fermented, stewed, or dairy— that they prepare with ecological and local quality products, the good times that their clients spend between talks, books and magazines; as well as the specialty coffees and fruit juices to taste without haste. To put the icing on the cake, all the product they handle for their recipes is also sold in their little store: enough to leave empty-handed.
LA VIÑA WINERY: THOSE OF A LIFETIME
The first good thing about this Tasca full of tradition in the heart of Seville next to the set San Juan de la Palma, is that the toast with whatever you like, they serve it regardless of the time of day : night owls of the world who crave a breakfast at 5 in the afternoon, this is your place.
The other good thing is that these toasts are served like nobody else: with exquisite Algaba bread, traditional as they come, and rich, rich ham —don't say we're not in the south—. It also does not lack corresponding tomato slices and virgin olive oil of rigor. If someone who is clueless is not convinced by the offer —we doubt it—, he always has the option of adding a good local cheese : the selection is worth framing.
The best thing is that if breakfast goes on longer than expected, there will always be the option to stretch out the time with some other tapas. A secret? Here prepare the snails Like nowhere else.
THE CACHARRERIA, BRUNCH AND WHATEVER COMES
Not far from the previous one, in La Cacharrería, the spirit is quite another: are you looking for the classic place to brunch big time , with a lot of delicacies that accumulate on the table and that make you not know where to start sinking your teeth? Ha! Well this is your place.
small and collected , which means that the tables are more than quoted, and in the middle of Calle Regina, quiet and pedestrian, here you will have to have very clear ideas before opting for any of their proposals. Starting with the bagels, their super toasts of artisan bread –with scrambled eggs, with ham and oil; with smoked foods, avocado, cheese or whatever you fancy—, their bowls yogurt with fruits of all kinds , its rich smoothies, natural juices, infusions, homemade compotes... All strategically placed on an ideal wooden board for you to get that photo that will triumph on Instagram . Are you already salivating? Because we, yes.
TRADE: HISTORY OF SEVILLE
In the historic center of Seville, near the Tetuán and Sierpes shopping malls and a stone's throw from the popular Plaza del Salvador, is this Sevillian mahogany bar and tile business s in which the most classic Andalusian essence is recreated.
Bearing in mind that El Comercio was founded in 1904, it is something that is understood as normal, and this is well known to the pro Sevillians who every day look for their own little spot in one of the its small marble tables . The objective? delight in the greatest of pleasures: have some churros with chocolate . Eah.
Because yes: here you have to pull from what you know —we've already told you— which is a guaranteed victory, and although toasts also have their space , a good bite of one of those wheel churros that taste —and smell— that feed, is more than enough excuse to hit this getaway. One note: they serve these crunchy delicacies at any time of the day.
PLACID AND GRATA: THE NEW PLACE TO SEE AND BE SEEN
That's right: the hot spot for business lovers from minimalist design in the purest nordic style is on Monsalves street and no, it's not just any cafeteria: it's the boutique hotel cafe Placid and Grata, a charming accommodation with only 15 rooms with just a couple of months of life that has revolutionized the universe of Seville breakfasts. And although the hotel would give for a whole report, let's focus on what it touches: its delicious menu of delicacies with which to start the day , whether you are a guest or not.
Placido and Grata.
Because here everyone who is willing to be pampered by the palate is welcome: among his proposals, you will go crazy with his burrata toast —with tomato and chili chutney, Iberian pork pastrami and roasted tomatoes— or with the banana brioche —peanut butter, banana, blueberries and raspberries—; with their specialty coffees prepared by Jose –The barista–, his pancakes, his bowl of granola or his eggs prepared in different ways . And to take away, sourdough breads and pastries.
THE OLD GROCERY STORE OF SAN LORENZO: SEVILLEN WAYS
In 1995 Ramón opened the doors of this classic of the city the Guadalquivir to satisfy stomachs as he knows how to do it best: betting on a quality product that he presents in the most traditional way. And very badly it will not do when the Antigua Abacería de San Lorenzo has to hang the “Full” sign often: his letter is an ode to southern delights , and we all know that.
But it turns out that this business located in an old Sevillian house from the 18th century —nothing more and nothing less—, not only can you go to lunch or dinner in a big way: also his breakfasts are praiseworthy.
Because we have already said it: Ramón does not go around with little girls, so the Toast prepared with muffins from Alcalá and seasoned with meat wick homemade, with “good” Iberian ham or with salted loin —to name a few— they will take away the meaning on their own. But if you want to bet everything on breakfast, you can always opt for the Golden Brunch : for 13 euros the batteries will be recharged with natural juice and cava, fried eggs, scrambled eggs or in a potato omelette, seasonal fruits, Iberian ham and cured meats, croissants and toast. Can you ask for more?
OFELIA BAKERY OR THE TEMPLE OF SWEETS
Kuchism raised to the nth power : this is the little place that since 2017 the Cádiz-born Elena Garcés has run on Huelva Street –although since 2013 it was in another place-, in the Alfalfa neighborhood . This is Ofelia Bakery and it is her personal project, the one that advocates recovering the pastry recipes of a lifetime, preparing them daily for the enjoyment of its customers.
Wallpaper here, some plants there, a neon and wooden tables are some of the elements that make this corner in the heart of Seville, a most welcoming place . Or in other words: the perfect environment to gobble down some —if you try one, you'll want more— of its delicacies. All fresh. All artisans. All delicious.
Ophelia Bakery.
In the showcase, cakes that already feed just by looking at them: cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, carrot cakes or brownies . Elena's creativity when it comes to talking about the sweetest universe is immense. She also has a handful of small tables scattered around the premises where you can enjoy breakfast and snacks. And this is, more than anywhere else, the paradise of sweet tooth. What was said: a temple to sweet In all rules.
LA MUNDANA: WHEN THE EFFORT IS WORTH IT
You have to take the car, yes, but who cares: when the reward is in the form of bowls of yogurt with fruit, of spinach waffles with pulled pork and poached eggs —ay—, cheesecake, brownie and dulce de leche —yes, all three at the same time— or the healthiest bagels… believe us, you deserve it. And everything, yes, of kilometer 0 and paired with the best specialty coffee.
And it is that to La Mundana, in the neighboring town of Camas, You come to disconnect a little bit from the hustle and bustle of life in the center of Seville, to take things easy and to do it in a space that one comes to feel almost, almost, as if it were home. The decoration, of course, also has to do: cupboards full of cans with teas and infusions , exposed brick walls from which pictures and illustrations hang, and curious details here and there make it a most welcoming space. One thing is for sure: whoever tries, repeats.