Bec Bremner – Founder & Head Baker, Ottimo Bakery
Bec Bremner has been baking sourdough since 2019, when a deep love for natural fermentation was sparked under the guidance of her mentor, John Reid, at the iconic RedBeard Bakery in Trentham. Over three dedicated years, she honed her craft through practice, persistence, and passion—transforming flour, water, and salt into loaves full of life and character.
In March 2022, Bec registered her home kitchen and launched Ottimo Bakery, starting humbly with a single bake day a week, supplying friends, neighbours, and her local personal training team. The buzz grew quickly. From monthly market stalls to selling through the warm and welcoming Just Planet Coffee Roasters in Sunbury from October 2023, Ottimo found not just a retail space—but a community.
Ottimo Bakery’s commitment to integrity and excellence was nationally recognised in June 2024 at the National Artisan Baking Competition:
In February 2025, Ottimo took a bold and exciting step forward—opening its very own shopfront in Sunbury, expanding its offerings while staying true to its roots: wild-fermented sourdough, handcrafted with care, no additives, and no shortcuts.
Bec’s story is one of persistence, community, and the simple power of real bread. Ottimo means “excellent” in Italian—and that’s exactly what the Ottimo Bakery team delivers, one loaf at a time.