HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – A locally owned Italian bakery that has been operating out of the Midstate for close to 20 years, will soon unveil its newest location. Alvaro Bread and Pastry Shoppe first opened its doors at 236 Peffer Street in Harrisburg back in 2005. The owners of the long-time establishment are Sal & Lina Alvaro who immigrated to the United States from Italy, where they first developed their passion for food.