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Argentine bakes explained

Plain-English explainers for the Argentine pastries and sweets on the Momona Bakery menu: medialunas, alfajores, dulce de leche, empanadas.

Checked November 11, 2026Independent guide

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Argentine bakes explained

Medialunas: the Argentine croissant explained

Medialunas are Argentine crescent pastries eaten with coffee. Butter vs lard types, how they differ from a croissant, fillings, and how to order one.

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