Wild Wheat Mt Eden

About Wild Wheat Mt Eden

Wild Wheat Mt Eden brings Auckland’s leading artisan bakery tradition to Mount Eden Road. Specialising in handcrafted sourdoughs, classic European-style loaves, and rustic baked goods, Wild Wheat focuses on uncompromised quality and traditional slow fermentation. Every loaf is crafted from simple, honest ingredients without artificial preservatives, relying on time, naturally cultivated starters, and dedicated craft to achieve deep flavour, superb crust, and wholesome texture.

Located in the heart of Mt Eden, this neighbourhood bakery serves as a daily destination for fresh specialty breads, artisan baguettes, morning pastries, and seasonal sourdough creations. From heritage grains and hearty rye loaves to light, airy Mediterranean breads, Wild Wheat offers an expansive catalog designed for bread lovers who appreciate the art and health benefits of genuine slow-fermented baking.

Wild Wheat Mt Eden: Time-Honoured Artisan Bread & Sourdough Craft

In an era of mass-produced, quick-baked bread, Wild Wheat stands firmly by the slower, more deliberate methods of artisan European baking. Located at 813 Mt Eden Road, the Mount Eden bakery serves as a staple for locals seeking genuine sourdoughs, handcrafted specialty loaves, and rustic breakfast pastries. Since its founding, Wild Wheat has maintained a simple philosophy: using unadulterated ingredients combined with sophisticated, time-intensive techniques to make bread that tastes exceptional and digests easily.

Central to Wild Wheat’s success is a complete avoidance of artificial preservatives. Rather than relying on commercial additives to extend shelf life, the bakery leverages natural fermentation starters, high-quality flour, and careful proofing. This deliberate pace allows natural yeasts and lactic acid bacteria to develop deep, nuanced flavors, complex aromas, and the distinctive chewy, open crumb characteristic of fine sourdough.

A Diverse Masterclass in Sourdough

Visitors to the Mt Eden shop will discover an expansive selection of sourdoughs, ranging from purist classics to innovative Kiwi-inspired recipes. The White Sourdough and Sourdough Baguette offer timeless benchmarks with crackling crusts and balanced acidity. Meanwhile, regional specialities like Kumara Sourdough highlight local New Zealand produce, blending earthy sweet kumara into the dough for remarkable moisture and flavour.

Other specialty sourdough creations include the wholesome Spelt Sourdough, rich Wholemeal and Kibbled Wholewheat loaves, and aromatic infusions such as Rosemary Sourdough and Caraway Rye. Seasonal and limited-run offerings—such as their Fenugreek Sourdough studded with seeds that impart a toasted, maple-like fragrance as it bakes—keep the bread counter exciting for regular customers.

European Traditions & Specialty Loaves

Beyond naturally leavened sourdoughs, Wild Wheat crafts a broad repertoire of international and specialty breads that reflect European baking traditions. From pillowy Turkish Pide, Baps, and Foldovers to Italian Ciabatta, Focaccia, and regional Puglia bread, the shelves celebrate diverse baking heritage. Those looking for enriched breads will find tender Brioche Loaves and Brioche Buns alongside classic French Croissants.

Specialty dietary and grain variations are also well represented, including dense Heavy Rye, mixed grain loaves, fruit-studded loaves, and walnut breads. Each item is produced to exacting standards, ensuring everyday sandwiches and celebratory dinner tables alike are anchored by superior bread.

The Mt Eden Bakery Experience

Wild Wheat Mt Eden functions as an easy, welcoming neighbourhood hub open daily from 7:00 am until 4:00 pm. Locals stop in early to pick up baguettes, breakfast pastries, and sandwich rolls for the day ahead. Because the bakery relies entirely on natural ingredients without shelf-extending chemicals, loaves are best enjoyed fresh, stored wrapped in cloth, or gently reheated in the oven to revive their crisp crust and tender crumb.

Signature items

• Kumara Sourdough
• Sourdough Baguette
• Caraway Rye Sourdough
• Turkish Pide
• Fenugreek Sourdough
• Heavy Rye Loaf

Menu

Sourdoughs

• White Sourdough — Classic artisan white sourdough made using long fermentation techniques.
• Sourdough Baguette — Traditional French-style crusty baguette made with natural sourdough starter.
• Wholemeal Sourdough — Wholesome sourdough loaf crafted with nutrient-rich wholemeal flour.
• Country Sourdough — Rustic country-style sourdough loaf with a chewy crumb and robust crust.
• Kumara Sourdough — Signature sourdough infused with tender New Zealand kumara.
• Potato Sourdough — Moist, soft-crumb sourdough loaf made with potato.
• Rosemary Sourdough — Fragrant sourdough baked with aromatic fresh rosemary.
• Caraway Rye Sourdough — Distinctive rye sourdough flavoured with traditional caraway seeds.
• Seeded Sourdough — Artisan sourdough generously studded with wholesome seeds.
• Kibbled Wholewheat Sourdough — Textured hearty loaf featuring kibbled whole wheat grains.
• Sourdough Miche — Large, round rustic French-style sourdough miche.
• Spelt Sourdough — Ancient grain sourdough loaf crafted with wholesome spelt flour.
• Fenugreek Sourdough — NZ-grown wheat flour base studded with fenugreek seeds, imparting a warm, nutty, maple-like aroma.

Specialty Breads

• Mixed Grain Loaf — Hearty loaf packed with a wholesome blend of grains.
• White Tin Loaf — Traditional sandwich-style white tin loaf.
• Fruit Loaf — Sweet, aromatic loaf packed with dried fruit.
• Walnut Loaf — Artisan specialty bread studded with crunchy walnuts.
• Rice Flour Loaf — Specialty loaf prepared with rice flour.
• Wholemeal Roll — Individual crusty bread roll made with wholemeal flour.
• Light Grain Roll — Wholesome individual roll made with light grains.
• Hot Dog Bun — Freshly baked artisan hot dog bun.
• Hamburger Bun — Soft, freshly baked artisan hamburger bun.
• Heavy Rye Loaf — Dense, dark, traditional European-style heavy rye bread.

International Breads

• French Stick — Classic French artisan baguette.
• Turkish Pide — Traditional soft and airy Turkish flatbread.
• Ciabatta — Classic Italian loaf with an open, airy crumb and crisp crust.
• Focaccia — Traditional Italian flatbread baked with olive oil.
• Puglia — Regional southern Italian loaf known for its hearty, rustic crumb.
• Brioche Loaf — Rich, tender enriched loaf with a golden crust.
• Bagel — Traditional boiled and baked chewy bread ring.
• Corda — Twisted European-style artisan specialty bread.
• Turkish Bap — Soft, pillowy Turkish bread bap ideal for sandwiches.
• Brioche Bun — Buttery, golden enriched bun perfect for burgers or breakfast.
• English Muffin — Classic griddled yeast-leavened bread with signature nooks and crannies.
• Turkish Foldover — Folded Turkish bread perfect for fillings and grilling.
• Croissant — Flaky, buttery European-style laminated pastry.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Wild Wheat Mt Eden located?

Wild Wheat Mt Eden is located at 813 Mt Eden Road, Mount Eden, Auckland.

What are the opening hours for the Mt Eden store?

The Mt Eden bakery is open daily from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Sunday.

Does Wild Wheat use artificial preservatives in its bread?

No, Wild Wheat does not use preservatives. They rely on traditional long-fermenting techniques, natural starters, and time to create lasting, flavourful bread.

How long will Wild Wheat bread stay fresh?

Because of natural fermentation and starters, loaves keep well for at least 2 to 4 days. They revive beautifully when reheated or toasted.

Can you freeze Wild Wheat artisan loaves?

Yes, bread can be wrapped in foil or plastic wrap and frozen for upwards of a month. Whole loaves can be baked from slightly thawed in foil at 200°C for 15–20 minutes.

Do Wild Wheat flour products contain folic acid?

Yes, by law products made with flour in New Zealand contain folic acid.

Tips

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