Pane Ora

Pane Ora is a bakery in Dunedin, Aotearoa New Zealand, founded by three friends who are chefs and bakers. Inspired by their connection to the ocean and land, the team makes bread that supports wellbeing while aiming to be gentle on the planet. The name combines the Italian word for bread, “pane,” with the Māori word “ora,” meaning health.

The bakery specialises in gluten-free, plant-based and organic breads, using organic or spray-free flours and ingredients such as buckwheat, hemp, chia, flaxseed, psyllium, brown rice flour and tapioca. Its range includes original and seeded loaves, turmeric and sourdough breads, brioche, focaccia, cinnamon scrolls and a bread mix for home baking. Products are available through its online store, and customers can also collect bakery orders at its Dunedin address on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings.

Pane Ora’s approach connects food, sustainability and community. The team seeks to make nourishing bread that is enjoyable to eat while supporting better farming practices and care for the whenua and moana.