There’s something about sourdough that’s just so damn addictive. Maybe it’s the gorgeous nutty brown crust, the moist, chewy inside, or the balance of sweetness, earthiness, and yeastiness. Fun fact: sourdough dates back to at least ancient Egyptian times and it was probably discovered by accident when someone (a genius if you ask us!) left a mixture of water or milk and ground-up grains out the open air, which allowed wild yeasts in the air to settle into the mix. While sourdough is not too difficult to make on your own, it does take time, so we’ve put together this handy list of stellar bakeries where you can grab expertly crafted sourdough loaves to take home. (Ranked in no particular order).
1. Plentyfull Bakery and Deli
This Californian-inspired Bakery and Deli serves real, wholesome and comforting food that goes beyond just granola and greens. They offer up a selection of real foods inspired by quality produce from diverse sources. Signature items at the bakery and deli include the RoseBeet Croissant, Moringa Sourdough Loaf, the Veganator, and Oma’s Borbur Ayam.
Plentyfull Bakery & Deli,1 Kim Seng Promenade, Great World City #B1-K119. p. +65 6721 9952. Singapore 237994. Open daily 10am – 8pm
SCOOP Whole Foods is an Australian supermarket that specialises in organic products and sustainable goods sourced from responsible suppliers. Bring your own containers or use their recyclable paper and cloth bags to fill up on bulk foods like nuts, grains, beans, chocolate, tea and dried fruits. They also have a bakery where you can grab fresh loaves of sourdough straight from Starter Lab.
SCOOP Whole Foods,1 Kim Seng Promenade, Great World City #01-148. Singapore 237994
3. Starter Lab
These guys know their bread – and are sure to take over the scene with a gorgeous first outlet in Singapore conveniently located on Havelock Road.
Dare we say this place has got majorTartinevibes… but seriously, it’s raising the level of bakery concepts on our island and is definitely going to contribute to a legitimate increase in our weekly carb consumption (and we’re not even mad about it). Other sourdough favourites in Singapore include the amazing bread atDearborn Supper Club, and of courseBurnt Ends’crunchy yet moist loaves.
Starter Lab, 721 Havelock Road, 169645. p. 8421 1591
4. Sideways
One of the first things that hits you when you walk into Sideways is the divine aroma of freshly baked bread wafting out of the wood-fired oven. This isn’t a bakery per se, but rather a cosy restaurant specialising in wood-fired food like freshly baked bread with creamy dips, stuffed flatbreads, slow-roasted pork belly, and blackened barramundi. However, if you swing by later in the day, they might have an extra loaf they will be happy to sell you. Insider’s tip: your chances of snagging a loaf are higher on weekdays.
Sideways, 109 Rowell Road, Singapore 208033, p. +65 6291 3441 Open Tues – Fri 11:30am – 2pm 6pm – 11pm, Sat 11am – late, Sun 11am – 4pm
5. Mr. Kneady’s
Founded by Lionel Hor, who has worked in bakeries ranging from New York to New Zealand, Iceland and here in Singapore, this hip bakery stall in a hawker centre focuses solely on sourdough. There are tons of flavours to choose from including white, whole wheat, walnut, cranberry turmeric, rugbrød, and pumpkin seed. Also on offer are smørrebrød (Norwegian open-faced sandwiches) with toppings like smoked salmon, salami, and goat cheese and walnuts, as well as sourdough pizzas.
Mr. Kneady’s, 348 Bedok Rd, The Bedok Marketplace #02-24, Singapore 469560. p. +65 9815 5025. Open Tues – Sun 11am – 10pm
6. Tiong Bahru Bakery
Beloved by locals and visitors alike, Tiong Bahru Bakery is one of our favourite spots for a morning coffee and croissant, as well as sweet treats like pain au chocolat and danishes and take-home items like freshly baked bread. There are three types of sourdough bread baked daily that you can choose from including the classic, rye and cereal rye. And with multiple locations all over the island, TBB makes it easy to get your sourdough fix.
Tiong Bahru Bakery, 107 North Bridge Rd, #04-22-25, Singapore 179105. p. +65 6877 4866. Open Sun – Thurs 9am – 9pm, Fri, Sat & Eve PH 9am – 10pm
130E Minden Road, Singapore 248819. p. +65 6877 4876. Open daily 8am – 6pm
43 Jalan Merah Saga #01-74, Singapore 278115. p. +65 6877 4868. Open daily 8am – 8pm
56 Eng Hoon Street #01-70, Singapore 160056. p. +65 6220 3430. Open daily 8am – 8pm
252 North Bridge Road, Raffles City Shopping Centre #B1-11, Singapore 179103. p. +65 6877 4866. Open daily 8am – 10pm
7. Baker & Cook
Created by master baker Dean Brettschneider, Baker & Cook is an artisan bakery committed to creating handcrafted goodies made with quality ingredients and traditional baking techniques. On any given day you can expect to find up to 18 different kinds of breads including a variety of sourdoughs like the spelt sourdough and sourdough carrot bread. Order it as part of a brilliant breakfast dish with eggs or in a sandwich, or grab a loaf to take home.
Baker & Cook, 30C Loewen Road, Singapore 248839. p. +65 6251 1098. Open daily & eve of PH 8am – 10pm
77 Hillcrest Road, Greenwood, Singapore 288951. p. +65 6469 8834. Open Sun – Thur 7am – 8pm, Fri – Sat & eve of PH
7am – 10pm
64 Namly Place, Namly Estate, Bukit Timah, Singapore 267208. p. +65 6466 2208. Open daily & eve of PH 7:30am – 10pm
44 Jalan Merah Saga, #01-56 Chip Bee Gardens, Singapore 278116. p. +65 6472 0998. Open Sun – Thur 7:30am – 8pm,
Fri – Sat & eve of PH 7:30 am – 10pm
41 Sunset Way, #01-23 Clementi Arcade, Singapore 597071. p. +65 6466 3488. Open daily & eve of PH 7:30am – 8pm1
Swan Lake Avenue, Opera Estate, Singapore 455700. p. +65 6445 2088. Open daily & eve of PH 7:30am – 10pm
InterContinental Singapore, 80 Middle Rd, Singapore 188966. p. +65 6825 1502. Open daily & eve of PH 8am – 7:30pm
87 Serangoon Garden Way, Singapore 555983. p. +65 6241 5548. Open daily & eve of PH 7:30am – 10pm
21 Eng Kong Terrace, Singapore 598993. p. +65 6219 3220. Open daily & eve of PH 7:30am – 10pm
8. The Fabulous Baker Boy
The Fabulous Baker Boy is famous for their delicious cakes, but what many people don’t know is that they also do a mean selection of breads. Come by on a Wednesday, Saturday, or Sunday to get sourdough bread straight out of the oven. Go for the classic version, or switch it up with the multi grain version made with organic unbleached flour, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, black and white sesames, pumpernickel, and millet. They also do an awesome olive sourdough bread.
The Fabulous Baker Boy, 70 River Valley Road #01-15, Singapore 179037. p. +65 6694 8336. Open Sun 8:30am – 5pm, Tues – Thurs 8:30am – 6pm, Fri – Sat 8:30am – 10pm
9. Little Farms
The Little Farms grocery stores are renowned for their high quality, healthy food options and the breads are no exception. Keep an eye out for the sourdough in the bread aisle, as these delicious loaves are baked fresh every morning exclusively for the grocery chain by Bakery Artisan Original, and they’re absolutely off the charts. While you’re there, you can also pick up accompaniments for the bread like sliced meats, cheeses, and dips.
Little Farms, 491 River Valley Road #01-20, Singapore 248371. p. +65 6262 0619. Open daily 7:30am – 8pm
No. 3 Lorong Liput #01-04/05/06, Singapore 277725. p. +65 6364 2557. Open daily 7:30am – 8pm
101 Thomson Road #B1-56 J/K/L, Singapore 307591. p. +65 6565 9597. Open 7:30am – 9:30pm
7 Wallich Street, #B2-06, Singapore 078884. p. +65 6247 7130. Open Mon – Fri 7am – 8pm, Sat 7am – 8pm, Sun 8:30am – 8pm
10. Mother Dough
Named after the starter culture that is vital for any sourdough loaf to come into being, this halal bakery on North Bridge Road is run by Naadhira Ismail, who studied at the International Culinary Institute in New York. This is her first venture and an opportunity for her to finely hone her craft baking artisanal goods like sourdough loaves and baguettes made with a mother dough that travelled with Naadhira all the way from New York. You’ll also find fab pastries and sweet treats like croissants, cookies, cakes and brownies.
Mother Dough, 749 North Bridge Road #01-01, Singapore 198717. p. +65 6909 6604. Open Tue – Sat 11am – 6pm, Sun 11am – 5pm
11. Bread Createur
What makes the sourdough unique at Bread Createur? The combination of French wheat flour and rye flour with a natural liquid leaven left overnight to ferment. The result is a beautiful crusty loaf with just the right tanginess. Owners and head bakers Louis Koh and Elvis Liew put just as much attention to detail in their other artisan bakes, which include baguettes, ciabattas, croissants and seasonal specials like hot cross buns for Easter. You can also grab great brunch dishes and sandwiches for lunch.
Bread Createur, 182 Jln Jurong Kechil, The Hillford #01-51, Singapore 596152. p. +65 9179 5804. Open Tue – Sun 10am – 7:30pm
12. Nick Vina
Bread lovers in the know head to Nick Vina for divine loaves including the classic sourdough. Chef Nick Chua’s version includes a mix of wheat flour, rye, spelt, durum, barley malt, and cornmeal. What also makes the bread unique is the process, which Nick learned while he was studying European baking techniques in Hanover, Germany. It involves working the bread on a wooden worktop, in a wooden proofing cabinet, German proofing basket, dough cloth linen, and stone steam oven.
Nick Vina, 12 Gopeng Street, Icon Vilage #01-54/55, Singapore 078877 p. +65 6224 7848. Open Mon – Fri 8am – 8pm, Sat 8am – 3pm
