Serpe & Sons Bakery, which began as a humble baker of breads and tomato pies and grew into a landmark bakery that provides a full array of doughnuts, pastries, cakes and Italian specialty items to generations of customers in two states, is celebrating its 70th anniversary.

Started by Domenico and Lucille Serpe, the business opened its doors on March 1, 1952, on North Madison Street in Wilmington. By 1964, the growing business had moved to its Elsmere location on Kirkwood Highway. It serves a number of well-known local clients, like Casapulla’s, Capriotti’s, Attillio’s, Yatz’s and Mrs. Robino’s.