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Our Process: Hot Cross Buns

Our Process: Hot Cross Buns

Volare Hot Cross Buns are an Easter favourite and require a true labour of love. Using traditional baking techniques and only the best ingredients, they're handcrafted every step of the way.
Support Local: Monavale Blueberries

Support Local: Monavale Blueberries

This collaboration has actually been in the pipeline for some time – we’ve always admired Monavale and knew that they produce some of the finest Organic Blueberries in the Waikato

Recipes: Smoked Salmon Everything Bagel

Recipes: Smoked Salmon Everything Bagel

The Everything Bagel, originating in New York, blends sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, onion, and salt, offering a flavourful and versatile delight. Born from the city's diverse food scene, this iconic bagel has become a global favourite.
Now Enrolling: 2024 Baking Apprenticeships

Now Enrolling: 2024 Baking Apprenticeships

Ever been interested in baking and not sure where to start? Enrolment is now open for our 2023 baking apprenticeships program for both bread and pastry enthusiasts...
Recipes: Ham and Cheese Croissant

Recipes: Ham and Cheese Croissant

The ham and cheese croissant's widespread popularity stems from its simplicity and versatility, ideal for any meal. Adaptable and universally appealing, it brings comfort and flavour effortlessly. 
Support Local: Kaipaki Sunflowers

Support Local: Kaipaki Sunflowers

There’s nothing like a stroll through a farm filled with gorgeous, bright sunflowers to put a smile on your dial...
Chef Series: At Food Culture Cafe, Auckland

Chef Series: At Food Culture Cafe, Auckland

I love to be unpredictable, everything in cafes can be so similar. I want to be different and put twists on favourites...
Our Process: Made Markets

Our Process: Made Markets

As most of you will have seen by now, Volare has made an exciting move from our Grey St store, to the brand new Made precinct, developed by Stark property on Grey St.
Support Local: Good George Collaboration

Support Local: Good George Collaboration

This October, we're raising our glasses (and bread!) to a special collaboration with our friends at Good George Brewery right here in Hamilton...
Chef Series: Daily Goods, Pukekohe

Chef Series: Daily Goods, Pukekohe

Nestled into the heart of Pukekohe, the quaint and gorgeous Daily Goods cafe sports various delicious, classic bites, and amazing coffee...
Our Process: Why we decided to rebrand

Our Process: Why we decided to rebrand

Chances are you might have spotted us rolling out a super exciting brand refresh across our socials...
Chef Series: The Shack, Raglan

Chef Series: The Shack, Raglan

We stopped by The Shack to catch up with head chef Justin Thomson and learn a bit more about his journey as a chef and how he wound up owning and operating this Whaingaroa icon with his wife Alex.