Our Story
With more than five decades of baking expertise, Brooklyn Mills Bakery brings hand‑crafted, authentic Italian bread to kitchen tables across the region. Based in Red Hook, the bakery is known for its commitment to pure, honest ingredients and traditional techniques — every loaf made by hand, never compromised.
Driven by Rusty, Brooklyn Mills' founder and master baker, whose lifelong passion for the craft continues to inspire innovation in every product he creates. Brooklyn Mills proudly introduces two standout creations: Focaccia Romana and Pinsa Romana. These products represent the perfect balance of heritage and modern craftsmanship, offering operators exceptional quality, consistency, and unmistakable Roman character.
Rusty cares deeply about every step of the bread‑making process — from the quality of each ingredient to the integrity of every loaf that leaves the bakery. He sources locally whenever possible and imports a special, proprietary flour blend directly from his close friend, a grain farmer in Italy. This flour is used exclusively for Rusty’s signature Focaccia Romana, making Brooklyn Mills the only bakery in the United States working with this exceptional grain. The result is unmistakable: you taste the quality immediately, and it’s the kind of product customers return for again and again.
Our process
Brooklyn Mills’ Focaccia Romana and Pinsa are crafted from a special blend of flours and superior‑quality extra virgin olive oil. Our dough is highly hydrated and allowed to rise slowly through an extended fermentation process, creating an unforgettable crust with a light, beautifully open cell structure.
With a variety of sizes available, our Signature collection offers exceptional versatility — ideal for specialty Italian sandwiches, selling by the slice as pizza, or serving as a premium accompaniment to any Italian dish. Each piece reflects authentic Roman craftsmanship and the uncompromising quality Brooklyn Mills is known for. *We can also custom‑make any size to meet your specific menu or program needs
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Brooklyn Mills sell retail ready packaging, as well as bulk products?
Yes.
Do the products ship frozen?
Yes.
What is our Delivery Schedule?
Brooklyn Mills will begin deliveries after acceptance of credit references. To ensure that your first order is accurate and arrives on time, we prefer not to start new accounts on the weekend but will work with you if this becomes necessary. We bake and deliver 6 days per week.
Can we send mixed pallets?
Yes.
Can you make custom sizes?
All of our products are handcrafted, allowing us to customize sizes to your exact specifications
How can I get started?
Please fill out the form under the “contact us” section on our website, or contact our email provided on the contact us page. We will reach out to you to discuss your order and payment terms.
Can you produce private label products?
Yes, please contact us for more details.