What Is Bread Called in Mexico?

In Mexico, bread is called "pan" (pronounced pahn)—the Spanish word for bread.

Popular Mexican Breads

• Bolillo: Crusty oval roll, like a small baguette—used for tortas (sandwiches).
• Telera: Softer, flatter roll with two indentations—also for tortas.
• Concha: Sweet bread with a crunchy, shell-patterned topping (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry).
• Pan dulce: Generic term for dozens of sweet pastries (cuernitos, orejas, polvorones).
• Tortilla: Though technically a flatbread, corn or flour tortillas are the daily staple.

Panaderías (bakeries) are neighborhood institutions; fresh pan is bought daily for breakfast (with coffee/hot chocolate) and dinner.