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The art of breadmaking dates back to thousands of years. The earliest evidence of bread making can be attributed to Egypt when grain production became a cultural practice. Today, breadmaking has evolved into an industrial process where thousands of loaves are machine-made every single day. However, there still are Samaritans who follow age-old recipes and baking techniques to craft handmade bread.

If breadmaking is an art, we are the artists. At Novaks Bakery, we take the art of baking bread to a whole new level. With a blend of rustic crust, textured interior, and complex flavours, our bakers create magic everyday using fresh ingredients to deliver exquisite loaves to kitchens, cafes, and restaurants across Limerick. Our artisan breads are, indeed, a morning staple for hundreds of Irishmen.

But what makes our artisan bread so special? And how is it different from the mass-produced bread you find at supermarkets?

The answer lies in the process. In this blog, we’ll look at how we make art with artisan breads every morning.

Our Artisan Bread Making Process

First and foremost, artisan bread is all about the ingredients. A whole-grain artisan Sourdough bread can be made with four simple ingredients – flour, water, salt, and yeast. But we at Novaks Bakery take it a step ahead and use high-quality ingredients. That means using protein-rich flours that render a superior structure and texture to our breads. Our bakers also use filtered water free of impurities and heat it at the right temperature to activate the yeast properly.

With locally sourced ingredients like rye, poppy seeds, and more, we start our baking process. Our bakers mix and knead the dough along with these ingredients. A big part of the process is slow fermentation, which allows the dough to rest and develop complex flavours and textures. This means our artisan bakers mix the dough and let it rest overnight, long before it is served at your breakfast table.

The long fermentation process causes the yeast to feed in the sugars and produce gases, creating air pockets in the dough. Our bakers gently shape the dough with their hands to develop a flawless structure and turn it into a loaf. The loaf is then baked in our oven.

The key to baking artisan bread is technique and patience. A moist bread with a crusty interior takes time, care, and passion to perfect. For that extra texture, we spray water over the bread before baking.

Once the loaf develops a golden brown crust, we let it cool on a wire rack before packing and sending it on its way to our customers.

Our bakers have perfected the art of breadmaking over several years of practice and patience. And the end result is truly worthwhile. Whether you are a consumer waiting for a high-nutrition breakfast or a kitchen serving sourdough buns, burgers, and baguettes to your customers, a delicious, crusty loaf from Novaks Bakery is what you need to impress friends, family, and patrons.

Contact Novaks Bakery to learn more about our range of sourdough bread and brioche buns that boast excellence. You can also discuss your needs with our team and get fresh & flavourful bread delivered to your doorstep every morning.

Novaks Bakery is a wholesale artisan bakery for food service businesses. Our authentic bread and treats can elevate your establishment to new heights.

Explore an expansive selection of culinary artistry made with time-honoured recipes. From our crusty, aromatic bread to delectable buns, sweet pastries, and indulgent donuts – each item at Novaks Bakery is crafted to perfection to exceed expectations. Even the most discerning customers are our repeat patrons.

Our commitment extends beyond the promise of tradition – our bakers imbibe their creative flair of contemporary culinary excellence and offer the highest quality products.

Let us hear from our customers across Limerick.

Our Esteemed Clients Share Their Experience

“Our cafe has been using Novaks Bakery to supply artisanal breads, specially baked buns, and pastries for over 2 years now. We are always impressed by the quality and consistency of their products and the professionalism of their team in delivering products timely. We place custom orders every day, and I must say, they never fail to impress. Novaks Bakery is the best bakery in Limerick.”

Jean, Cafe Owner

“My sandwich bar has been using Novaks Bakery for 5 years. What started as an experiment has led to a long-term collaboration. Our continued reliance on their products is due to their quality and impeccable services. What I particularly love is the consistency of taste and flavour in their products, which is always pivotal for retail establishments like mine. Their staff is prompt with communication, and they have always delivered top-notch products on short notice. Would completely recommend Novaks Bakery.”

Julie, Cafe Owner-Operator

“Amazing! The team behind Novaks Bakery is professional and friendly. They have helped us get off our feet since we opened our general store. From the onset, I must say that their quality and customer service standards have been unparalleled. Whether their bread, buns, or donuts, each item is delicious, and we receive many compliments from our patrons regarding the same. As a small business, we cannot thank Novaks Bakery enough for taking the stress out of baked items at our store.”

Natasha, General Store Director

“My bistro has been ordering baked supplies from Novaks Bakery for 2 years, and before that, for a different restaurant I managed. This continued collaboration is due to their fresh, delicious, and high-quality products that are unmatched. I particularly like their sourdough breads, which are available in great variety and are gluten-free. I must say that their staff is also extremely easy to work with. I highly recommend Novaks Bakery – the best bakery in Limerick for sure.

Reginald, Manager at Bistro

“First of all, I would like to extend my immense gratitude to the team at Novaks Bakery. Their quality of food is outstanding, the service impeccable, and the team professional, friendly, and respectful. I would like to emphasize their ‘can do’ attitude, a testament to their steadfast dedication whenever we have had to order supplies on short notice. This, I think, is their greatest forte. It has been a great pleasure working with Novaks Bakery. On behalf of our restaurant, I would like to recommend Novaks Bakery to anyone who wants fresh and quality bakes every day.”

Monica, Restaurant Owner-Operator

“Our bar & grill has been a longtime partner of Novaks Bakery. It has been 6 years since we first ordered their artisanal Sourdough bread. A special mention to their brioche buns, which have been the driving factor for the success of our signature burgers. Their amazing white granary buns have been used across our menu, very recently in our focaccias. Needless to say, they are so popular among customers that we now have multiple bestsellers on our food menu. We look forward to many years of partnership with Novaks Bakery. Cheers to their wonderful team.”

Nathan, Director at Bar & Grill

Join the Novaks Bakery Family

Those were some kind words from our patrons. Our bakers work tirelessly all seven days a week to serve fresh items every day – so you get the highest quality products. With endless customisations, we guarantee consistency across all our baked items, so you can focus on what you do best – delighting customers.

Contact us today for freshly baked artisan breads, handmade pastries, and custom cakes, and know what makes Novaks Bakery the best.