Canberra's Zankbagel on the Rise

Launched in February 2023, Zankbagel has quickly become a popular spot for bagel lovers in Canberra, Australia. The bakery is known for its authentic New York-style bagels, made with fresh ingredients, natural sourdough yeast, no additives , and 24-hour cold fermentation. Zankbagel is also unique in that they use a salt cured beef for their pastrami sandwich.

From Home Kitchen to Storefront

Zankbagel was founded by Zachary Cark, a former engineer who developed a passion for baking during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cark started experimenting with baking breads and bagels, and after some time, he began to sell his products to friends and family. What started as a home kitchen operation quickly grew into a full-fledged business.

In February 2023, Zankbagel opened its first retail location in the trendy Braddon neighborhood of Canberra. The bakery has been well-received by locals and tourists alike, and Cark has plans to expand the business in the coming months.

Authentic New York-Style Bagels

Zankbagel's bagels are made with fresh ingredients and natural sourdough yeast, and they are slow-fermented for 24 hours. This process gives them a chewy texture and a slightly sour flavor.

The bagels are also hand-rolled and boiled before being baked, which gives them their characteristic shiny crust. A hot bagel can be topped with everything from classic cream cheese to lox and capers.

Zankbagel's Signature Breakfast Sandwich

One of Zankbagel's most popular items is the "Pastrami on Rye" Sandwich. It is made with house-cured pastrami, melted Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, and crispy rye bread. The sandwich is a hearty and flavorful way to start the day.

Zankbagel also offers a variety of other breakfast and lunch options, including egg sandwiches, pastries, and coffee. They also have a small selection of bagels that are OK to freeze.