Flourish Bakery

Flourish Bakery is the kind of Keperra spot people stumble on while passing through and end up planning a return visit. It sits in the Great Western Super Centre, and the window and counter cover plenty of ground: pies, pastries, croissants, bread, baguettes, focaccia sandwiches and a good run of banh mi.

The pies are what locals bring up. One person praised a lamb and rosemary pie for its flaky top, sturdy base and generous chunks of tender lamb, and the curry pie got a nod too. They're also happy to sell pies cold for reheating at home, which suits a busy week. On the sweeter side, the apple pie and custard croissant are described as pleasantly restrained rather than sugary, and a Beesting doughnut reminded one visitor of the real thing from their childhood in Germany. Almond croissants, sausage rolls and sourdough turn up in conversation as well.

Banh mi has a following here, with the crackling pork and BBQ pork versions earning praise. One person found theirs lukewarm and not very traditional, and another felt the prices ran a little high, though they liked the variety. Most seem to leave satisfied, and the portion sizes and fair pricing come up often.

Custom cakes are a real strength. A lamington slab for a 40th birthday and a Broncos cake have both been talked about fondly, and sandwich platters have helped out at a child's birthday party. Catering for a work training day also went down well, with something for everyone on the table.

Staff are consistently described as friendly, and one visitor singled out Renee for a lovely welcome. Takeaway is the main way to shop, and there is coffee and breakfast if you'd like to eat in. The car park is free, and both the entrance and car park are wheelchair accessible. Cards and mobile payments are accepted. It's worth checking the hours before you head out.