Singapore’s culinary landscape is as diverse as it is delightful, with bakeries offering a world of flavors and textures. Let’s embark on a sensory journey through some of the best bakeries in the city-state.
1. Artisan Boulangerie Co
Run by Eran Mayer, this French bakery, also known as ABC, is a haven for pastry lovers. Their offerings include apple turnovers, vanilla twists, cinnamon loaves, and the rustic Killiney loaf. Pair these with a coffee for the perfect indulgence.
2. Asanoya Boulangerie
Blending Japanese softness with European baking techniques, Asanoya is the go-to place for fluffy, slightly sweet Japanese-style breads. Their ham and cheese-stuffed breads are particularly noteworthy.
3. Baker & Cook
This rapidly expanding New Zealand bakery, especially the flagship in Hillcrest, specializes in various sourdough breads, croissants, and cakes. Their Dempsey outlet, in collaboration with Plank Sourdough Pizza, is worth a visit for pizza and pasta lovers.
4. Berthold Delikatessen
A tribute to Berthold Kempinski, founder of the Kempinski hotel chain, this German-style bakery and cafe offers a sophisticated atmosphere for enjoying fresh bakes.
5. Bread & Hearth
In the industrial space of Keong Saik, Bread & Hearth churns out hearty loaves in the traditional European style using levain. Their Pain de Campagne is a must-try.
6. Carpenter and Cook
This part artisan bakery, part vintage home store on Lorong Kilat, offers a range of pastries like pain au chocolat and kouign-amann, along with seasonal items such as apple cobbler loaf and cruffins.
7. Cedele
For those with a sweet tooth, Cedele’s array of cakes, breads, pastries, and sandwiches across many outlets is a paradise. Don’t miss their chocolate truffle cake.
8. Crown Bakery
With over 45 types of organic breads and viennoiseries, this Bukit Timah bakery is under the experienced guidance of Katsuei Shiga, a baker with over 40 years of experience.
9. Dolcetto by Basilico
A creation of The Regent Hotel’s Italian restaurant Basilico, this bakery excels in Italian breads like ciabatta and focaccia, as well as Italian cakes, pastries, and paninis.
10. Maison Kayser
French pastry master Eric Kayser brings international flavors to traditional French pastries. His croissants are a highlight, along with unique offerings like pain aux yuzu.
11. Micro Bakery & Kitchen
Located near Botanic Gardens, this quaint bakery is renowned for its organic sourdough, tartines, and grilled cheese sandwiches.
12. Mother Dough
This bakery uses flour from environmentally-conscious millers and is known for its sourdough bread and pastries, with a fermentation starter from a Brooklyn bakery.
13. Nassim Hill Bakery Bistro Bar
This multi-concept establishment in Tanglin bakes fresh daily, offering loaves like malty beer bread, chocolate chunk cookies, kaya donuts, and excellent canale.
14. Origin + Bloom
Located in Marina Bay Sands, they offer European-inspired deli and patisserie items like the 16-hour fermented Sourdough and the unique ‘Otah Otah’ Croissant.
15. Pantler
Now in River Valley, Pantler offers fantastic pastries like croissants, chou a la creme, and fruit tarts.
16. Starter Lab Singapore
Famed for its artisanal sourdoughs and miso baguettes, this Bali bakery’s local outpost is a dream for bread lovers.
17. The Fat Kid Bakery
A newly-opened confectionery offering fresh loaves like Sourdough Loaf and Milk Loaf, as well as French Butter Croissants in Plain and Chocolate.
18. The Hainan Story Bakery
Known for their Hainanese bakes and cakes, this bakery offers both traditional flavors and new creations like the Hainanese Curry Sourdough Bomb.
19. Tiong Bahru Bakery
This famous French bakery delights with stuffed handmade croissants, artisanal breads, and desserts like French eclairs.
20. Petit Pan
Located in Joo Chiat, this bakery is famed for its croissants, chocolate Danishes, and honey brioches.
From traditional European styles to innovative fusion creations, Singapore’s bakeries offer a delightful journey for your taste buds. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, these bakeries are must-visit destinations to experience the city’s rich culinary diversity.
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