black olive batard

Artisan Batards

Batard

A ‘football’ shaped loaf, the batard was one of the last classic shapes the French formed. And since we have some space to fill, here’s a useless piece of bread trivia: The word ‘batard’ is French for ‘bastard’. Really! Originally French bakers only shaped their French dough into baguette and boule (round) shapes. Then in the 19th century a baker came up with the loaf shape. It was a hit. The loaf wasn’t shaped like a baguette or a round, it was something in between. So customers referred to it as a “bastard”. The name stuck but was later soften. Hence… batard. Voila! La trivia Francais! So, if you like a loaf that’s a little bit rebellious and totally delicious, the Batard is your perfect match.

Sizing:  1# and Sandwich BatardSlicing:  1/2″,  5/8″, ¾” or 1″

  • Black Olive
  • Caramelized Onion
  • Country Levain
  • European Dark Rye (Caraway Seeds Optional) – Tuesday Only
  • Fig & Anise
  • French White
  • Jalapeno & Cheddar
  • New York Corn Rye
  • Rosemary & Olive Oil
  • Seedy Multigrain
  • Seedy Sourdough
  • Sourdough

Contact our sales office for more details.

black olive batard
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Our menu changes with the seasons or trends — and sometimes just with our mood. Think of it as our secret menu: always evolving, always fresh, and reserved for our wholesale partners. Want to see what’s baking? Give us a call or send a note — we promise a real person (and maybe a croissant or two) will get back to you.

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Sizes/Shapes and flavors may vary. Please contact the sales office for questions and current options.

Wholesale Info

Tel: 619.688.1788
Fax: 619.688.1758
Email: Sales@BreadAndCie.com

Office Hours:
Everyday: 8:00am- 4:00pm*
*Holidays may affect these hours

Wholesale Orders
Wholesale Phone
  • Baked fresh and delivered 7 days a week
  • Greater bread choices and selection than retail
  • Products designed specifically for chef and restaurant requirements

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