Vic's Bakehouse is a small artisan bread bakery located in Ferrymead, Christchurch, New Zealand. They are dedicated to baking high-quality bread using traditional bread-making techniques, emphasizing natural dough fermentation and hand-moulding for all their breads.
Tucked away in Ferrymead, their bakehouse features eight ovens to produce an authentic range of artisan traditional breads and pastries. Beyond their popular breads, Vic's Bakehouse also creates decadent sweet treats such as famous cinnamon buns and slices, alongside scones and filled rolls.
They offer convenient home delivery services within Christchurch City to specific postcodes, and customers can choose to pick up orders from their shop in Ferrymead or their cafe in Victoria Street.
Nestled in Ferrymead, Christchurch, Vic's Bakehouse is a small artisan bread bakery dedicated to crafting high-quality, traditional breads. Known for their commitment to time-honored baking techniques, Vic's allows doughs to ferment naturally with minimal yeast and meticulously hand-moulds every loaf. This dedication results in authentic, European hearth-baked breads that have earned a reputation for being some of the best in Christchurch.
The extensive range of breads offered by Vic's Bakehouse caters to all tastes. From hearty Large and Small Wholegrain loaves to classic Large and Small Sourdough, there’s a bread for every occasion. Other popular choices include the elegant French Batard, versatile Focaccia, sweet Honey Vienna, and the comforting Classic White Loaf. For smaller, individual portions, customers can enjoy Ciabatta, Baguettes (pickup only), Ciabattine, Focaccia Oval, Mini Baguettes, and a delightful variety of bagels including Plain, Poppy Seed, Parmesan, Pumpkin Seed, Sesame Seed, Fruit, and even Choc Chip Bagels (available Saturday and Sunday).
Beyond their impressive bread selection, Vic's Bakehouse also delights with decadent sweet treats. Their famous cinnamon buns are a must-try, alongside an assortment of slices, scones, and filled rolls, perfect for an indulgent snack or a sweet finish to any meal. Patrons like Tina Berryman-Kamp rave about "The most amazing cinnamon bun, fantastic range of breads."
Vic's Bakehouse makes it easy to enjoy their fresh products with convenient online ordering. Customers can choose between home delivery and pickup options available every day. To ensure freshness, orders must be placed by 11 am the day before they are needed, allowing the team to integrate them into their baking schedule. Home delivery is offered free for orders of $40 or more within specified Christchurch postcodes, with deliveries typically occurring between 5 am and 10 am.
For those preferring to collect their orders, pickup is available from either their shop in Ferrymead or their cafe on Victoria Street. The main bakehouse in Ferrymead, located at 4B Settlers Cresent, welcomes visitors Monday to Friday from 8 am to 3 pm, Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm, and Sunday from 8 am to 12 pm. Whether you're a local seeking a daily loaf or a visitor looking for authentic baked goods, Vic's Bakehouse promises a truly satisfying experience.