Manolo Bakes Pastries (Manolitos)

Manolo Bakes is a Spanish bakery brand that has become famous for its signature 'Manolitos,' which are small, butter-glazed croissants. The brand originated in Colmenar Viejo, Madrid, where the original Manzano family bakery perfected the recipe that gives these pastries their distinctive taste and texture.

Today, the brand operates as a modern franchise with production centered in Spain to maintain the quality and consistency of its artisanal roots. While the company has expanded rapidly across Spain and into international markets, the core manufacturing remains tied to Spanish professional kitchens and distribution hubs.

Ownership of the brand is currently held by the Spanish company De Boca en Boca SL. In early 2024, the investment firm VGO Capital acquired a significant minority stake to fuel further international expansion, however, the original founding partners and Spanish management continue to lead the company's operations.