Meet Nasa Bakery
From the Heart of Istanbul to You
Nasa Bakery owner and master baker, Naci (pronounced nah-DJEE) Saklica, has honed his craft for over two decades. His story begins in Batman, Turkey, where, as one of ten siblings, Naci’s interest in using food to unite people was born.
His love for fostering togetherness and his passion for baking led him to operate a successful café in Istanbul for 10 years. There he developed an uncompromising commitment to quality products and to creating authentic Turkish pastries.
Naci hopes to continue sharing his love of baking in his adopted city of Vancouver. For the past 3 years he has supplied products to various resellers and is now focused on running his own retail establishment.
This café is his piece of Istanbul, served fresh, daily.
Nasa Bakery’s other chief baker is Naci’s equally capable brother, Sabri. Sabri’s efforts were instrumental to the success of the brothers’ former Istanbul café, Nazlı Börek Cafe.
Sabri also boasts of a background in garment construction, a clear indication of an above average level of technical precision and attention to detail.
About the Bakery
Nasa Bakery is proud to offer a diverse array of artisanal pastries and savoury dishes
that reflect the rich culinary heritage of Turkey,
which has served as a bridge between Europe and Asia for centuries.
Located just steps from the energetic corner of 1st Avenue & Commercial Drive, Nasa Bakery & Café is surrounded by renowned restaurants and cultural icons.
Nasa Bakery is smack dab in the heart of The Drive, steps from Little Italy, Grandview Park, the Commercial-Broadway AirTrain Station and the #20 Bus Stop. You can also find Rio Theatre and The Cultch theatres nearby.
Nasa Bakery’s front of house staff are as integral to the establishment as the treats themselves. With their passion, dedication, friendliness, and strong work ethic, they are an integral part of The Drive community.
