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Minori and Sal De Riso

The world's best pastries

Located in Minori (a short ferry or bus ride from Amalfi), this is a temple of sweetness. Master Pastry Chef Sal De Riso has over 30 years of experience. The shop is vibrant and busy, offering a massive selection of cakes, gelato, and pastries made with local ingredients like Giffoni hazelnuts and Amalfi lemons. It's also a great spot for an aperitivo. Prices are higher than average, but the quality matches the reputation.

Beyond the legendary Delizia, the pastry shop showcases an impressive array of traditional and contemporary creations. Guests can choose from beautifully displayed selections including the Ricotta e Pere (Ricotta and Pear) cake with hazelnut biscuit, pistachio tart with intense, authentic flavors, chocolate volcano filled with almond cream and pistachio praline, and the classic Sfogliatella Santarosa.

The shop also offers handmade liqueurs, gelato, pastries, breads, and other confectionary treats. For those seeking dining beyond desserts, the attached Ristorante & Bistrot serves pizzas, pasta dishes, and seafood specialties alongside the pastry shop's creations.

Salvatore De Riso's expertise has been widely acknowledged, earning him the title of Pastry Chef of the Year (2010-2011) and a gold medal from the Academy of Master Pastry Chefs for his iconic "Dolce d'Amalfi". His work represents the pinnacle of Italian pastry tradition, drawing food enthusiasts, tourists, and culinary professionals from across the globe.