Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Wholesale Bakery in Hawaii Since 1968
Founded in 1968, The Patisserie has established itself as Hawaii's premier wholesale bakery, blending European baking traditions with local innovation. Our journey began with Rolf Winker and Michel Martin, whose vision for quality artisan breads and pastries laid the foundation for decades of excellence. Under the leadership of Colleen and Robert Paparelli since 2004, we've expanded to a 27,000-square-foot facility with 70 employees, serving restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores statewide. Our commitment to craftsmanship is evident in signature products like Da Kine Donuts, Rolfs Lavosh, and custom wedding cakes, while maintaining daily deliveries across the islands.The family-owned business continues with third-generation involvement, emphasizing community support through partnerships with organizations like Special Olympics Hawaii and anti-human trafficking initiatives. With over 50 years of baking heritage, we combine traditional techniques with modern innovation to deliver exceptional products that reflect Hawaii's unique culinary landscape.
Services
Wholesale Bakery
Contract Baking
Private Label
Co-Manufacturing
Co-Packing
Wedding Cakes
Custom Cakes
Dakine Donuts
Rolfs Lavosh
German Stollen
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of baking expertise with European-trained artisans
- Custom-designed wedding cakes and specialty holiday products available
- Distribute 70+ unique product lines including local favorites Da Kine Donuts
- Operate Hawaii's largest bakery facility with uninterrupted daily deliveries
- Family-owned business committed to community support and local partnerships
Services
Wholesale Bakery
We provide daily wholesale deliveries of artisan breads, pastries, and baked goods to restaurants, hotels, and retailers across Hawaii. Our product range includes European-style breads, French pastries, and signature local favorites. With 50+ years of expertise, we combine traditional baking methods with modern quality standards to ensure consistent freshness and flavor.
Custom Wedding Cakes
Our award-winning cake designers create custom wedding cakes in fondant or buttercream finishes. Available in various sizes and styles, from traditional tiered cakes to modern artistic designs. We work closely with couples to create personalized centerpieces that match their wedding theme and taste preferences.
Co-Packing Services
We offer co-packing solutions for food manufacturers seeking quality-controlled production and packaging. Our facility handles private label products with strict quality assurance protocols. With 27,000 square feet of production space, we support both short-run and large-scale packaging requirements for baked goods and related products.
Seasonal Specialties
We produce limited-time seasonal items including German Stollen, holiday cookies, and specialty cakes for Christmas, Easter, and other celebrations. Our rotating menu features traditional recipes alongside contemporary creations. These specialty items combine authentic baking techniques with local flavor influences for unique seasonal offerings.
Private Label Products
We develop custom private label baked goods for retailers and foodservice providers. Our R&D team works with clients to create unique product formulations and packaging designs. With existing production capacity for both frozen and fresh products, we support brand-specific requirements while maintaining strict quality control standards.
People
Colleen Paparelli
Co-Owner
Colleen Paparelli co-owns The Patisserie with her husband Robert, bringing business management expertise and operational leadership to the family-owned company since 2004.
Robert Paparelli
Co-Owner
Robert Paparelli purchased The Patisserie in 2004 after a career in bakery management. With third-generation baking experience from his family's Detroit business, he oversees operations and strategic direction.
Marc Paparelli
Next Generation Leader
Marc Paparelli, son of Colleen and Robert, represents the next generation of leadership at The Patisserie, working to continue the family baking tradition with modern business practices.
Rolf Winker
Founding Partner
Rolf Winker co-founded The Patisserie in 1968, bringing German baking expertise from his early career at the Kahala Hilton to establish Hawaii's premier wholesale bakery.
Michel Martin
Founding Partner
Michel Martin partnered with Rolf Winker to start The Patisserie, contributing French culinary traditions from his background as a waiter and restaurant owner in Hawaii since the 1920s.
Questions
What wholesale bakery services do you offer?
We provide daily wholesale deliveries of artisan breads, pastries, and baked goods to restaurants, hotels, and retailers across Hawaii with custom packaging options.
Do you create custom wedding cakes?
Yes, we design custom wedding cakes in fondant or buttercream finishes, available in various sizes and styles to match your wedding theme and preferences.
What private label manufacturing capabilities do you have?
We offer private label production with custom formulation development, packaging design, and quality-controlled manufacturing for both fresh and frozen baked goods.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, The Patisserie has been family-owned since 2004, continuing a baking tradition that began in 1968 with founders Rolf Winker and Michel Martin.
What community initiatives do you support?
We actively support local organizations including Special Olympics Hawaii, The Salvation Army, and anti-human trafficking programs through product donations and community involvement.
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