Jansana
From a small family bakery
to a benchmark in
gluten-free pastries.
Since 1930
The history of Jansana Pastry Shop dates back to 1930, when Antón Jansana
opened a modest grocery store in Santa Perpètua de Mogoda.
However, his true dream was always pastry, and on June 26, 1936,
he managed to make that dream come true by opening his own workshop.
A few months later, the outbreak of the Civil War plunged the country into a deep crisis.
Despite the difficulties, the Jansana family kept the business going,
thanks to the effort and dedication of its founder. Over time, the bakery evolved,
incorporating traditional Catalan sweets made in an artisanal way.
Its success led his son, Magín Jansana, to take over management
and continue the family legacy, which later passed into the hands of his grandson, Antonio.
Pioneers in gluten-free baking
Under Antonio's leadership, Jansana took a decisive turn. In 2013, faced with the
growing demand for gluten-free products, a specific area was implemented
in the workshop for their production. What began as
a local and altruistic initiative soon revealed an undeniable need: to offer
quality options for people with celiac disease. With this goal in mind,
in 2015, Antonio made an unprecedented decision in the sector by converting
Jansana into a 100% gluten-free bakery.
This change marked an important milestone.
The opening of a new store on Balmes Street in Barcelona
consolidated Jansana as a benchmark, attracting clients from all over Spain and
abroad. The initial uncertainty about public acceptance
quickly faded, turning the bakery into a meeting point
for the celiac community.
Jansana today
In 2024, after a decade of growth and consolidation, Antonio decided
to retire and make way for a new stage. With the intention of preserving his
vision and ensuring business continuity, Jansana entrusted three partners:
Javier, Pol, and Enric. The decision to acquire Jansana arose from the deep bond of
Javier, a celiac and loyal customer of the bakery, who understands
firsthand the importance of this space for those who suffer from
the disease.
For him, this goes beyond the merely commercial: it is
a personal mission focused on offering the celiac community the possibility of
enjoying bread, pastries, and cakes without compromising on flavor or quality.
With a renewed vision, his goal is to turn Jansana into a haven for
many more people, where tradition and innovation come together to continue
winning hearts.