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Wood Fire Bakery
Kelowna
EAT & DRINK · KELOWNA & WEST KELOWNA
Flaky almond croissants, slow-fermented sourdough, and warm summer fruit pies wait inside these local kitchens.
19 bakeries · Updated October 2026Eat & Drink guide · Go Kelowna
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01AT A GLANCE
The details that matter.
Sprout Bread pulls fresh sourdough from the oven daily, while Sandrine crafts classic French pastries. Jaide & Joel's Baking Co. bakes entirely gluten-free and vegan menus. Most shops sell out of popular items before noon across the Central Okanagan.
- Best Season
- Summer & Fall
- Book Ahead
- For custom cakes
- Best Area
- Downtown & Pandosy
- Good to know
- Go early, they sell out
01LOCAL PICKS
Most-loved bakeries
Sourdough, croissants and fruit pies worth the drive.
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Bliss Bakery and Bistro - Peachland
Peachland
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Sprout Bread
Kelowna
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Bread Co.
Kelowna
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Sandrine French Pastry and Chocolate - Patisserie & Cafe
Kelowna
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350° Bakehouse and Cafe
Kelowna
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Tripke Bakery Too
Kelowna
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Two Donkeys Bakery
Kelowna
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Jaide & Joel's Baking Co.
Kelowna
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Sandrine French Pastry & Chocolate Lakeshore - Patisserie & Cafe
Kelowna
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Specialty Bakery & Bistro
Kelowna
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Bliss Bakery - Kitchen
West Kelowna
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•ACROSS THE BRIDGE
On the Westside.
West Kelowna and Peachland bakeries.
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•KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
The Local Guide to Pastry & Bread
We mapped out the top pastry counters, breadmakers, and custom cake studios across the central valley, Westbank, and Peachland.
The short answer
Start at Sprout Bread for an open-crumb sourdough loaf. If you want a traditional butter croissant, line up at Sandrine French Pastry and Chocolate early. For plant-based or celiac-safe desserts, head straight to Jaide & Joel's Baking Co.
01Daily Bread
Sourdough & Artisan Loaves
Local breadmakers lean heavily into long fermentation and regional grains. Downtown, Sprout Bread draws a line out the door for its rustic sourdough with a dark crust and open crumb. Down Bernard Avenue, Bread Co. bakes Old Country and sourdough loaves using a 165-year-old family recipe from the Netherlands.
Two Donkeys Bakery bakes European-style staples. They turn organic flour into German and Bauern Rye. Over on Harvey Avenue, Wood Fire Bakery pulls distinctively flavoured bread straight from a wood-fired oven. Keep an eye on their location, as redevelopment plans might force a move.
Across the bridge, The Ryse Breadworks & Coffeehouse handles the morning rush for fresh loaves. Back in town, 350° Bakehouse and Cafe bakes sandwich bread from scratch alongside their famous doughnuts. Many of these shops mill their own flour or buy directly from regional farmers.
Local tips
- Arrive before noon on weekends, as Sprout's sourdough goes fast.
- Check the daily baking schedule since specialty loaves rotate throughout the week.
- Ask about bread subscriptions or punch cards if you buy weekly.
02A Taste of Paris
French Pastry & Croissants
Sandrine French Pastry and Chocolate brings traditional patisserie techniques to the valley. A third-generation pastry chef from France runs the kitchen, turning out fresh buttery croissants that disappear by mid-morning. Their Pain au Chocolat and double-baked almond croissants draw regulars to both the Dilworth and Lakeshore locations.
You will also find excellent laminated dough at Sprout Bread and Bread Co., where the savoury ham and cheese croissant is a heavy hitter. 350° Bakehouse and Cafe bakes all-butter croissants to build their morning breakfast sandwiches.
Two Donkeys Bakery rolls pure butter into classic and chocolate croissants. They also bake traditional German and Swiss sweets. Down south in Peachland, Bliss Bakery and Bistro pairs fresh pastries with coffee and a patio overlooking the water. They also run a production kitchen on the west side.
Local tips
- Eat your croissant right away while it is still warm.
- Grab a box of macarons or an individual cake from Sandrine's for dessert.
- Order a house-made soup with a savoury croissant at Bread Co. for lunch.
03Let Them Eat Cake
Celebration & Custom Cakes
When you need a custom dessert, local cake shops have plenty of options. Cake Otaku holds a 5.0-star rating for its detailed, made-to-order designs. Tripke Bakery Too is a long-standing family business turning out birthday cakes, pastries, and classic desserts. Regulars praise their moist layers and balanced, light icing.
Jaide & Joel's Baking Co. bakes fully vegan and gluten-free celebration cakes that taste exactly like the real thing. Two Donkeys Bakery takes custom orders for traditional German recipes, including a rich Black Forest Cake.
Sandrine French Pastry and Chocolate builds European tortes and delicate individual desserts. The Lemon Meringue Tarte and Moulin Rouge are standouts. These kitchens can handle everything from a multi-tiered wedding cake to a simple dessert for a Friday night dinner.
Local tips
- Submit custom orders at least two weeks out during the busy summer season.
- Ask the baker about seasonal fruit fillings and flavour combinations.
- Review their online portfolios to match your design ideas with their style.
04Allergy Friendly
Gluten-Free Kitchens
Getting safe, high-quality gluten-free baking requires zero effort these days. Jaide & Joel's Baking Co. in Rutland runs a completely dedicated gluten-free and vegan kitchen. This eliminates cross-contamination risks for celiacs. They bake breads, pastries, and lunch items daily with no pre-ordering necessary.
Other kitchens bake solid alternatives alongside their standard menus. Two Donkeys Bakery makes coconut macaroons and several gluten-free bread loaves. Bread Co. bakes a popular gluten-free loaf and paleo bars. Over at Specialty Bakery & Bistro, the gluten-free buns and breads get high marks from regulars.
Tripke Bakery Too also bakes gluten-free items. If you shop at the farmers market, look for Auntie Yaya's Sweet Treats. They specialize entirely in handmade gluten-free baked goods. Dietary restrictions will not keep you from eating well here.
Local tips
- Always verify cross-contamination protocols if you carry an EpiPen or have severe celiac disease.
- Jaide & Joel's uses no animal products, hitting two dietary needs at once.
- Check independent grocery stores, as many stock loaves from these local bakers.
05In Season
Okanagan Fruit Pies
Summer in the valley means fresh fruit pie. While dedicated pie shops sit further south in Summerland or north in Vernon, local fruit stands and bake shops step up during the harvest. From July to October, you will find crusts packed with regional cherries, peaches, apples, and berries.
Don-O-Ray Fruit Stand on Benvoulin Road bakes pies in-house using fruit pulled straight from their own acreage. Down in Peachland, Bliss Bakery and Bistro serves seasonal fruit slices on a sunny patio. If you want to drive a bit, Granny's Fruit Stand & Bakery in Summerland is a classic stop for pie lovers.
Tripke Bakery Too rotates seasonal fruit pastries into their dessert case during the summer months. The window for the best local fruit is short, so grab these pies during the peak harvest season.
Local tips
- Call the fruit stands in the morning to see what flavours came out of the oven.
- Buy a frozen, unbaked pie to take home and cook yourself.
- Pick up a pint of local vanilla ice cream to serve on top.
06Beyond the Usual
Markets & Unique Finds
Some of the best dough in town never sees a traditional storefront. The local farmers market operates every Wednesday and Saturday, hosting independent bakers who sell artisan bread and specialty sweets. Auntie Yaya's Sweet Treats sets up here with a table full of handmade gluten-free baking.
Istanbul Cafe & Brunch bakes pastries with a heavy Turkish influence. Bagel Boys boils and bakes traditional bagels, selling them fresh with various cream cheese schmears. Two Donkeys Bakery focuses strictly on German and Swiss regional specialties.
Across the lake, COBS Bread in Westbank bakes consistent, fresh loaves and sweet treats daily. Hitting the market stalls and independent cafes is the best way to support small-batch producers.
Local tips
- The outdoor market runs at the corner of Dilworth and Springfield from April to October before moving inside for winter.
- Get to the market by 9 a.m., as the best bread vendors sell out fast.
- Check social media to track down pop-up stalls and seasonal market dates.
Wood Fire BakeryBliss Bakery and Bistro - PeachlandSprout BreadBread Co.Sandrine French Pastry and Chocolate - Patisserie & Cafe350° Bakehouse and CafeTripke Bakery TooTwo Donkeys BakeryJaide & Joel's Baking Co.Sandrine French Pastry & Chocolate Lakeshore - Patisserie & CafeSpecialty Bakery & BistroBliss Bakery - KitchenBagel BoysCake OtakuSpecialty BakeryThe Ryse Breadworks & CoffeehouseIstanbul Cafe & BrunchCOBS BreadButter & Co.
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Downtown spots include Sprout Bread for sourdough, Bread Co. for artisan loaves, and Sandrine French Pastry and Chocolate for croissants. These sit within walking distance of Bernard Avenue.
