Bastille Bakery

Bastille Bakery is a French artisan bakery rooted in tradition and guided by craft. Co-founded by Jean-Denis Leleu and Wanlyn Tiberghien, Bastille brings an unapologetically French approach to baking in Singapore’s Joo Chiat neighbourhood.

Jean-Denis, a Paris-trained baker educated in Versailles and former Head of Pastry at Tiong Bahru Bakery, brings decades of hands-on experience across international kitchens. Wanlyn, an entrepreneur and CEO, joins him as co-founder and operating partner, bringing structure, vision and a shared commitment to quality. Together, they run Bastille with a clear philosophy: everything is baked onsite, in an open kitchen, following classic French techniques — no shortcuts, no compromises. Bastille is not about trends, but about timeless French baking done right.

What makes Bastille Bakery stand out is its balance between precision and warmth. The pastries are refined without being precious, indulgent without excess. From buttery croissants and pains au chocolat to madeleines inspired by Jean-Denis’ childhood in Val-de-Marne, each bake reflects a deep respect for ingredients, texture and process. Bastille is also one of the few places in Singapore where you’ll find rarer French pastries like chouquettes, light, airy and batch-made every few hours to preserve their quality. Simple in appearance yet technically demanding, they capture the bakery’s spirit perfectly. Beyond the counter, Bastille feels like a true neighbourhood bakery, a place you return to, whether for a morning coffee, a comforting pastry or a taste of home.

Did you know that Bastille’s co-founders first met as neighbours, not through the food industry but over everyday moments and shared conversations? What began casually evolved into a shared project, combining Jean-Denis’ deep pastry expertise with Wanlyn’s entrepreneurial mindset. That partnership is what gives Bastille its quiet confidence: classic French baking, shaped by experience, supported by thoughtful operations, and served with genuine warmth.