MELBOURNE | Dua Bakehouse is a new bakery/cafe in Collingwood yards, by baker, Raymond Tan. It’s an evolution of his CBD bakery and patisserie, Raya, which he opened in the middle of 2020’s lockdowns.
You’ll find many of the creative treats that you know and love from Raya, here plus a whole lot more. Ray was inspired to open Dua while visiting Stockholm, and learning about Sweden’s baking culture. Dua is the Malay word for “two”, and reflects the notion that the new spot is a Scandinavian-inspired bakery with a South East Asian twist. Or, as Ray calls it, “Scandinasian”.
Bread is a big part of Dua, and all bread is baked on site daily, with Raya’s kitchen now dedicated to cakes. Japanese shokupan and melonpan, Filipino pandesal, and French brioche are just some of the styles of bread that form the basis for many of Dua’s treats.
It’s things like Swedish semla (“fat Tuesday”) buns, with melonpan and cookie crumb replacing the traditional sweet bun, slices of matcha and blueberry tart, and my favourite, a riff on Swedish princess cake. Ray’s version tweaks the classic recipe by using pandan chiffon, pandan pastry cream, and pandan-infused marzipan. It’s brilliant.
If you’re in the mood for something savoury, you can find sandwiches and breakfast plates, and an inspired take on the sausage roll. Thick, flaky pastry encases a dense pork and prawn siu mai filling, to create a delight that combines the best of both worlds.
To drink, it’s excellent coffee, and alt-lattes like cherry mocha, strawberry matcha, and malted milk (my favourite). There’s also a selection of locally sourced juices and canned drinks in the fridge, which is next to a small pantry section filled with items for home.
The space itself is also inspired by Sweden. Mid-century minimalist design, light and airy, with lots of light timber, white, and natural sunlight streaming through the large windows.
Dua Bakehouse
Collingwood Yards
35 Johnston Street
Collingwood
Victoria 3066
Australia
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Mon – Sun: 8:00am to 3:00pm
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