CUTE! I loved this bakery. Everything you could imagine a bakery to have, and all signs lead me…read moreto believe that the pastries are locally made. My partner in crime and I stopped off to grab a bite to eat after a few disappointing house inspections and the spinach and ricotta roll went a long way to helping to put me in a better mood. This small, but well-stocked, bakery is tucked in a service road, and in between some real estate offices. If you blink, you'll most likely miss it as signage is minimal. There are a few tables and chairs out the front so that you can kick back and enjoy the surroundings of this quaint country-ish town. I hope I have another reason to pass through Riddells Creek to give something else a try. If I don't, I might make a reason.

What a gem of a bakery. My husband did a motorbike trip with his mate and stumbled upon this place…read more He's been here 3 times since and only now he has taken me! Sausage rolls, pizza, veggie pie, sweet treats and everything sourdough! Staff were ever so friendly and were able to help with taste profiles so that it would pair well with making a Camembert toastie! The ambiance is very quaint and I loved reading about the history of the bakery. If you're around Daylesford, make a trip here for lunch and have a walk around town!

WOW. What a gem. I…read moreread about an amazing sourdough bakery in Trentham, so decided to try Red Beard on the way home from Daylesford (about a 20 min drive). What a great decision. The sourdough is fantastic - certified organic and baked in a wood fired oven - tasted unlike any I had tried before. I went home with the Blonde (described as a 'crusty Vienna load who'll go home with anyone') and the most perfect fruit bun. Next time, I'll be the Redhead (the traditional tin loaf) and the pumpkin thatch (and maybe more fruit buns). Loaves are around $6 to $8. Breakfast at Red Beard is delicious. We had the best Eggs Benedict that we've ever had - beautifully buttered sourdough topped with amazing ham, perfectly poached eggs and a thin but creamy hollandaise. Bliss. Nice coffee too. Beautiful courtyard outside for a relaxing summer's day. Oh, and the cakes looked divine (e.g. rich vanilla slice, beesting, dense & rich carrot cake). If you're keen, you can also book in for a guided tour or baking workshop (the latter comes with a bottomless coffee, food, a bag of organic flour and your own creations). I'm adding this to my list for next time, for sure.

Only tried a chocolate cupcake from this bakery, and it was excellent. Definitely recommend trying…read morethis place.

This place is an institution of Woodend. Famous for its vanilla slices, although I've never seen…read morewhat the fuss is about. It's a great place to come with kids as they have the little baker display that's animated. Other than checking in just to say you've done it.. Tried the butter chicken pie because it was recommended. It's rubbish.

I went to this place 4 times this week and purchased the same thing each time. The first three…read moretimes the experience was smooth and hassle-free. On the 4th visit, I was served by a rude person who wouldn't process my order unless I had cash or an EFTPOS card because the total was $9.72 and not $10.00. Interestingly, this same order had been accepted on the previous 3 visits without the requirements mentioned above! Sorry FP, in 2019.. if you're going to Nickle & Dime your customers with an out of date policy and be completely inconsistent about it.... I or anyone I can influence will simply shop elsewhere. Get progressive or get out of town.

Excellent food and they also grind their decaf on the spot so you're guaranteed real, fresh coffee…read more Their pastries are to die for, absolutely irresistible. Cheers!

Can I give them more stars? Friendly counter staff, good coffee, but hey, it's a bakery and that…read moreis what you come here for. The range of meat pies is simply awesome, the pastries likewise, as are the king size meringues. Never been disappointed in 20 or so visits over the years. My parents live in Castlemaine, and they and my family from California always find something delicious.