New Zealand baker opens artisan bakery in Shanghai

The first of three new artisan bakeries operating under the "Baker - Dean Brettschneider" brand has opened in Shanghai.

The new business venture involves internationally-recognised ex-pat New Zealand baker Dean Brettschneider and high profile chef David Laris of the famous Laris restaurant at 'three-on-the-bund' in Shanghai. The first bakery is located within a cafe & deli called "SLICE", and another will be opening in the French Concession in May.

The range of breads includes Dean's signature 'Baker - Dean Brettschneider' sourdough loaf, and features distinctive paper-and-ribbon packaging.

Dean Brettschneider was interviewed on the Kim Hill programme on Radio New Zealand National in April. You can listen to his interview through this link here and you can see more about Dean on his website: www.deanbrettschneider.com.