Who We Are?
Best Artisan empanadas or bae for short is a father daughter duo. bae is born from the aspiration of bringing people together through empanadas. Using wholesome and fresh ingredients, our empanadas are baked at our Campbell location every day. Our dough stems from the Peruvian style of this pastry, and our recipes are inspired by the diversity of cultures that surround us every day. You can expect a fun, casual dining experience at bae, where diversity is celebrated through food and drinks.
History of the Empanada
Empanadas have been around for many centuries and almost every culture has a version of this pastry but where did it all begin? The origin of the empanada has been traced to Spain where it evolved from Arabic cuisine during the Moorish rule. The word “empanada” is derived from the Spanish verb “empanar” which means “to wrap in bread”. As Spanish explorers traveled, empanadas proved easy and convenient to carry. Today, empanadas are versatile and enjoyed worldwide.
Stephanie
Growing up, witnessing the hardships my parents went through opening their own business had convinced me that that was not the path I wanted to take. I couldn’t imagine, nor did I want to go through the hardships of running my own business. Eventually, without knowing it, my life was leading me towards bae. So at the age of 25, I decided to go into the family business but bring my own flavor to things.
Ernesto
I remember my passion for cooking started at a young age when my Mother taught my sisters and me how to make traditional Peruvian dishes. By the time I was a teenager, I knew my way around a kitchen. When I first came to the United States, I worked in many restaurants, learning how to prepare different cuisines. I had the opportunity to learn Mexican Italian, Japanese, French, and many more other styles of cuisine.
