Founder of Bespoke Bread

From Struggling Baker to Singapore's Sourdough Mentor

Hi, I'm Karen — and yes, I really do call myself the Doughminatrix. 🥖

My baking journey didn't start with perfectly open crumbs and glossy crusts. Like many of you, I spent years wrestling with flat loaves, dense crumbs, and the kind of sourdough disasters that make you want to throw your starter out the window. But I kept going — because I believed that great bread was worth figuring out.

That stubbornness paid off. Today, I'm the founder of Bespoke Bread, a Singapore-based micro baking studio where I teach the art of sourdough and fusion baking to home bakers who are ready to level up.

Where Tradition Meets Creativity

I've always been drawn to the intersection of classic technique and bold flavour. My specialty is fusion sourdough — loaves that honour the science of fermentation while pushing the boundaries of what bread can taste like. Think pandan, miso, black sesame, and beyond.

In 2025, that passion earned the title of 🏆 Best Chocolate Panettone in Asia at the prestigious Coppa del Mondo Panettone (Panettone World Cup) — a recognition I'm incredibly proud of and that I share with every student who has baked alongside me.

My work has been featured in Yahoo! Life, Women's Weekly, and Elle Singapore.

My Teaching Philosophy

I believe the best learning happens when you're not lost in a crowd. That's why every Bespoke Bread class is capped at 8 students — small enough that I can watch your shaping technique, troubleshoot your starter, and give you the kind of personalised feedback that actually sticks.

Whether you're a complete beginner or a home baker looking to refine your craft, my classes are designed to be hands-on, approachable, and genuinely fun. No intimidating chef vibes here — just real bread, real talk, and a lot of flour.

Ready to Bake with Me?

If you've been thinking about learning sourdough — or taking your baking to the next level — I'd love to have you in the studio.

👉 Browse upcoming classes and book your spot here.

See you in the kitchen,
Karen 🥖
The Doughminatrix