Gateaux Basques Arraya Traditional Basque cake and artisanal shortbread in Sare

A true institution in Sare, the Basque cake has been one of the Fagoaga family's signature specialties since the creation of Arraya in 1951. Today, Sébastien Fagoaga continues the family tradition passed down by his father, Paul Fagoaga, and remains the only person to know the secret recipe for this iconic Basque dessert.

Handcrafted in Sare using carefully selected ingredients, Arraya Basque cakes are made with 100% pure butter and a homemade pastry cream prepared with milk from the Oreka dairy in Sare. They are available in their two traditional varieties: cream-filled or Basque black cherry jam.

The same delicious pastry is used to make Arraya's handcrafted shortbread biscuits, perfect with a cup of Maison Deuza tea, coffee or the homemade jams from Boutique Arraya. You will also find other sweet treats made on-site, including gingerbread and seasonal specialties.

Basque cakes and shortbread biscuits are available at Boutique Arraya as well as at the Arraya stand on Sare's village square, making it easy to take home a delicious souvenir of your visit. You can also enjoy them as dessert at Akoka Restaurant, or find them at the Arraya stand in the covered market (Halles) of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, bringing the flavours of Sare all the way to the Basque coast.

Whether you are looking for an authentic Basque cake from Sare, a cream-filled or black cherry Basque cake, handcrafted biscuits or a traditional Basque delicacy, Arraya cakes are a true local reference, made according to a family recipe handed down for more than 70 years.

Open from April to November, Wednesday to Sunday.