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Pay these boulangeries a visit if you’re looking for sweet or savoury focaccia
Crunchy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, focaccia is an Italian oven-baked flatbread similar in texture to pizza dough. Characterised by an indented surface that is ideal for holding assorted toppings, focaccia can be eaten on its own, sliced in half to grip sandwich fillings or dipped into olive oil.
We’ve rounded up six bakeries where you can purchase a loaf of the airy bread.
The Bakhel
Self-taught home baker Ling is the talent behind The Bakhel, which she founded during the MCO. Ling often incorporates unusual Asian flavours such as miso and gochujang into her focaccia, which has a crunchy exterior and a light, airy interior. Her focaccia sandwiches are a decadent treat, layered with ingredients such as tuna, kimchi and otak-otak.
To purchase
Visit The Bakhel's website.
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Bray Bakery
Known for wholesome sourdough-based baked goods, Bray Bakery boasts a fluffy basil focaccia loaf inspired by classic Margherita pizza flavours. Packed with semi-dried cherry tomatoes, rich confit garlic and cheddar, the loaf is baked in a bread tin rather than the usual baking tray for better storage and a more spreadable surface.
To purchase
Visit Bray Bakery's website.
Provisions
With outlets in Damansara Jaya and Mont Kiara, Provisions offers a sourdough focaccia loaf studded with fresh tomatoes and fragrant rosemary. Served with a side of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, the bread is best enjoyed alongside a cup of coffee. On weekdays from 8am-11am, Provisions takes RM3 off any coffee order with the purchase of a slice of the aforementioned focaccia.
To purchase
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Universal Bakehouse
Glistening with olive oil, a selection of focaccia loaves and sandwiches are available at Universal Bakehouse. Try the sausage and pepper focaccia made with Italian cheese and chicken sausage or the Margherita focaccia which is dotted with luscious cherry tomatoes. The breads also form the base of their artisanal sandwiches, such as the smoked duck focaccia sandwich, layered with duck, sweet mulberry jam and watercress. Plant-based diners are catered to as also available is the hummus and roasted eggplant focaccia sandwich.
To purchase
Order via Universal Bakehouse's website.
bröom Artisan Bakery & Kitchen
Both vegan and non-vegan focaccia are available at bröom Artisan Bakery & Kitchen from Friday to Sunday, ideal for a weekend treat. With daily changing toppings, diners can try different flavour combinations upon each visit. Also available at the Taman Paramount-based microbakery is a selection of small bites, pastries and open-faced sandwiches.
To purchase
Order via bröom Artisan Bakery & Kitchen's website.
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VCR Bakehouse
Above Photo: VCR bakehouse
Photo: VCR bakehouse
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Glorious slabs of focaccia are visible through VCR Bakehouse's glass display, sure to tempt anyone who passes by. The team is happy to cut you a slice of the loaf, which is dotted with juicy tomatoes and briny olives. Try also the selection of sweet and savoury flaky pastries that VCR Bakehouse is best known for.
To purchase
Order via Beep.
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Katelyn is the dining and travel editor of Malaysia and Indonesia. Based in Kuala Lumpur, she offers readers an inside look at the movers and shakers in Asia’s growing food and beverage industry.
