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Billow Bakery

4.8(156 reviews on Google)

Billow Bakery was founded in 2018 by Rosie Sargisson and Jeff Fong, a couple who met studying at Auckland University and began their careers as chemical engineers for Fonterra. Find their delicious offerings, plus organic coffee and tea, at Farmers' Market Taranaki

“Great sourdough, croissants and coffee. Also very busy around 9.30am, but almost no wait for coffee.” — Jason Young · “A gem hidden in the alley. Nice cafe, with their own baked bread, pastries, croissants and other options. Nice food and staffs are friendly. Also like their cups, many different designs. However,…” — Jack Yeo · “The chocolate almond croissants are one of the best I’ve had in NZ (croissant lover). The layers are so airy yet so crispy!! Better than so many popular bakeries in Auckland” — Rosie

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About

Billow Bakery, a New Plymouth artisan producer, crafts high-quality sourdough breads and pastries using natural yeasts and long fermentation. Find their delicious offerings, plus organic coffee and tea, at Farmers' Market Taranaki.

Their Story

Billow Bakery was founded in 2018 by Rosie Sargisson and Jeff Fong, a couple who met studying at Auckland University and began their careers as chemical engineers for Fonterra. After relocating to Singapore, they felt like cogs in a large multinational company and sought more meaning in their…

What They Make

  • Sourdough Breads: "The Chad," "Seed," "Porridge," "Seedy Rye," "100% Wholegrain" (known for deep, dark, crunchy crusts and chewy interiors with a sweet, sour tang)
  • Pastries: Almond croissants, chocolate croissants, palmiers, cinnamon rolls (expertly crafted, buttery, crunchy with a subtle sour note)
  • The Slab: Signature sourdough product doused with olive oil and topped with quality ingredients (fillings change daily, e.g., leek, potato, and feta; pumpkin, black sesame, and oregano)
  • Daily Changing Menu: Small, considered menu based on available ingredients (e.g., kimchi and aged cheddar toasties, super crunchy peanut butter on fruit sourdough)
  • Coffee: Organic fair-trade coffee locally roasted by Escape Coffee Roasters
  • Tea: Organic tea from Libertine blends
  • Seasonal Items: Hot Cross Buns (offered around Easter)

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How to Get Their Products

Taranaki Farmers Market

Click-and-collect (from online orders), Physical store pickup, Taranaki Farmers Market (Sundays 9 am-12 pm at Huatoki Plaza, New Plymouth)