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Ringawera Bakery
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Their Story
Ringawera Baker was founded by Patrick Griffiths. The bakery's journey began in 2008 on Waiheke Island, where it initially operated as a small backyard business specializing in pre-packaged baked goods, including its award-winning Lavash. As demand for their products grew, Ringawera transitioned to…
What They Make
- Breads: Sourdough, Ciabatta, Baguettes, Focaccia, Rewena (Maori bread), Mixed Grain, Organic Rye Sourdough, Lavash flatbread (award-winner)
- Sweet Pastries: Croissants (Almond Croissant - best-selling, Lemon Croissant), Brioche, Cakes (Coffee Cake, Sponge Cake, Chocolate Cake), Brownies, Apple Turnover, Hot Cross Buns (seasonal)
- Savoury Pastries: Quiche (meat, salmon, baked quiche), Pork Pies
- Ready-to-Eat Items: Freshly filled Focaccias, Paninis with deli meats, cheeses, and salads
- Drinks: Ozone coffee
Awards & Recognition
- Cuisine Artisan Award — Winner(2009)
- Cuisine Artisan Award — Winner(2010)
- Cuisine Supreme Award for Lavash — Winner(2014)
How to Get Their Products
Direct Sales
Shop 17/2 Matakana Valley Road, Matakana 0985, New Zealand
Physical store (takeaway only), Matakana Farmers' Market