Journey to KL for sourdough bread with your foodie friend at this gorgeous, open-air spot tucked inside The Zhongshan Building. No stranger to the bread scene, Tommy Lee is a master of sourdough – think perfectly shaped oval loaves that are crusty on the outside and soft on the inside. You can have the bread as a sandwich filled with Smoked Salmon (RM25.80), Roast Ribeye Steak (RM25.80) or Egg Mayo (RM15.80), or just with Butter and Brown Sugar (RM10) – simple and delicious. You can also take a loaf (in halves or whole) home with you from RM10.
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You'll be glad to know that the breads, tarts and pastries at this Desa Park City outlet is just as good as the long-time favourite Bukit Tunku. The Burpple community is a big fan of the flaky and buttery Plain Croissant (RM6) as well as the Mushroom Tart (RM15). To satisfy your sweet tooth, Burppler Rynz Caryn recommends the Peach Strudel (RM16) for its well-balanced flavours. Kenny Hills is popular for their Wholemeal Sourdough (RM25) too, so grab a loaf quickly as they sell out fast.
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For heavenly baked goods by a talented team, a visit to this tiny cake shop in Subang is in order. The collection of cakes change pretty often, but some mainstays (and best-sellers) you must try are the Fudgy Seasalt Brownie (RM10), Banana Loaf (RM6) and the Dark Chocolate Tart (RM8), which Burppler Calie Tang exclaims is to die for! Pro tip: The team can also whip up whole portions of your favourite cake. Just give them a heads up a few days in advance.
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Look forward to unique German breads and pastries at this cheery bakery in TTDI. Service is friendly, and portions are generous at affordable prices – it's a great spot for weekend brunches with the family. To try a selection of their breads, The Big Backmeister (RM33) comes with a basket of breads plus a platter of meats and cheeses. To take away, pick up the sweet Hazelnut Ribbon (RM7) and Apple Strudel (RM12). On breads, the Backmeister Special (RM15), crunchy sourdough bread made with rye and wheat flour is a winner.
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The swoon-worthy aroma of butter and sugar are the first things that will hit you upon entering this shop. What follows next is the stunning array of cakes, cookies and tarts – give in to temptation and order a few. From the creamy Vanilla Bean Cheesecake (RM14.50) to the gooey Salty Valrhona Brownie (RM12) and the fluffy Earl Grey Chiffon Cake (RM7.90), you’re bound to make several trips back to sample all of their yummy offerings. P.s You can also get Dew’s ultra buttery Sourdough Croissants (RM7.50) here.
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It’s easy to see why KL-ites and the community are big fans of this cafe-bakery: they provide a bountiful supply of sweet and savoury treats that are truly delicious. They're open till midnight, so pen this spot down for an indulgent after-work treat with friends. Some of our favourites include the sweet Cinnamon Roll (RM5.20), flaky Apple Tart (RM5.20) and the rich Burnt Cheesecake (RM20), which Burppler Joey Tee especially loves for its melt-in-your-mouth texture.
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Spot this bread house in Damansara Uptown for all things sourdough, which are baked in-house in their fermentation lab. Burppler Serena Ho especially loves the sourdough in the Cured Salmon Sandwich (RM22) for its crispy crust and wonderful pairing of smoked salmon with mashed avocado. On the shelves, you’ll find the additive and preservative-free breads like the Whole Wheat Sourdough (RM7.80) and Three Seed Sourdough (RM10) which are ready for takeaways.
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Popular in the neighbourhood for their pastries, this cosy bread shop does a really good Salted Caramel Cruffin (RM7.80) and Raspberry Cheese Tart (RM6.80). This space is tucked on the quieter side of Bukit Damansara, and parking’s easier here, so bookmark this spot for catch-ups with a friend. For a complete teatime snack, pair those sweet treats with a milky Iced Latte (RM10.80).
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Perfect for all sorts of bread lovers, this homey bakery in USJ focuses on baking their hearty loaves with organic and natural ingredients. Choose from the lot of pre-packed loaves – fragrant Earl Grey Walnut (RM6.90), Sourdough Chia Seeds (from RM6.90) and Rosemary Sea Salt (from RM3.50). The bread selection here changes daily, so refer to the list on the wall to see what's available for the day.
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With its quality bakes at reasonable prices, this local bakery in SS2 has risen to become the neighbourhood's firm favourite. We hear they import Japanese flour for their breads to give them a softer texture. Try the chewy Luo Song (honey and butter bread, RM5) or their signature Classic Sourdough (RM10) that is both egg and sugar-free. Also good are the pastries, especially the Earl Grey Cream Cheese (RM6.90) and the Salted Egg Croissant (RM7), best enjoyed hot.
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