From our hearth to yours
My name is Ubert de Vries, a young baker from Kroonstad in the heart of the Free State. What began as a simple kitchen adventure with my mom Barbara in Grade 8 has grown into a true passion that fills our home with the aroma of fresh sourdough every morning.


I discovered my love for baking while experimenting alongside my mother.
At 15, I craft small-batch artisanal sourdough using a 24-hour fermentation and a starter I feed daily.
Classic loaves, seeded, rye and ciabatta — plus homemade marmalades, preservative-free and full of flavour.
My parents Abrie and Barbara, and my younger brother Regardt, are my biggest supporters.
We supply Sinkstoor coffee shop and customers across the area who appreciate real, slow-made food.
“This is more than baking for me — it’s about preserving the joy of honest, handcrafted bread in a fast world. I’m proud to bring a little piece of Kroonstad’s warmth to your table.”