Ovens Street Bakery

At first glance, Ovens Street looks like an industrial strip, with its resident panel beaters and mechanics. But look closer and you’ll find a florist, embroiderers, and shared artist studios. And since March 2017 it’s also been home to the unassuming but excellent Ovens Street Bakery.

The bakery, owned by Pip Hayes, operates out of a shop-fitting workshop that belongs to his business partner. Before starting Ovens Street Hayes was the baker at, and part owner of, Wye River General Store.

Ovens offers a range of sourdough loaves including white, rye, polenta soy, linseed and a 1.5-kilogram miche loaf made with a combination of white, whole-wheat and rye flour. Hayes also makes croissants and a selection of pastries, including a rich polish doughnut called a pączek.