baker’s corner

Gala’s In-Store Bakery Experience

A Fresh, Home-Baked Welcome Every Day

Since 2013, Baker’s Corner has been a flagship concept in Gala stores, bringing the warm, comforting aroma and taste of fresh-baked goods right to your local community. 

Gala’s core brand idea is “modern, fresh and community retailing,” and Baker’s Corner sits at the very heart of that mission — delivering quality, home-style bakery items in a convenience setting. 

What Sets Baker’s Corner Apart

  • Daily Fresh Baking: Every day, stores bake a wide range of breads and pastries in-store — from soda bread and baguettes to scones, muffins, doughnuts, and cakes.

  • Local and Irish: Baker’s Corner is run in partnership with a fully independent, Irish-owned bakery business, reinforcing Gala’s support for local suppliers. Checkout+1

  • Simple Execution, Big Impact: The concept was deliberately designed to be easy for retailers to run — no complicated new equipment needed, meaning it scales well across Gala’s network. Checkout

  • Continuous Innovation: Gala’s fresh-food team constantly works on new bakery lines, including pre-packed breads and batch loaves, developed to meet changing customer demands. Checkout

Why It Matters to Gala & Its Customers

  1. Customer Recruitment: According to Gala’s fresh-food leadership, Baker’s Corner has played a major role in attracting new shoppers — people come for the bakery, stay for the rest. Checkout

  2. Community Connection: The “home-made” feel of the bakes (soda breads, cakes, pastries) makes Gala more than just a convenience shop — it’s part of the neighbourhood.

  3. Recognition for Excellence: Gala stores have been awarded for their Baker’s Corner performance — for example, Bracken’s Gala in Portlaoise won the “Best Baker’s Corner” award in Gala’s Retail Excellence Awards. laois-nationalist.ie

  4. Strategic Margin Driver: For Gala retailers, Baker’s Corner isn’t just about bread — it’s a margin-enhancing fresh food concept that gives a compelling reason for customers to choose Gala over competitors. 

The Baker’s Corner Experience

Imagine walking into a Gala store in the morning and being greeted by the smell of just-baked soda bread, warm scones, or fresh muffins. Whether you’re grabbing a loaf for your family, picking up a treat for work, or buying a cake for an occasion — Baker’s Corner offers that warm, familiar quality with the ease of local shopping.