Celebrate National Baking Day with a Bakery Trail of London’s Best Sweet Treats
National Baking Day (17th May) sounds like it was made for me and what better way to indulge in some of the best bakes the city has to offer.
Astrid Atelier
Neighbourhood favourite Astrid (118A Alexandra Park Rd, N10) has expanded with Astrid Atelier, a larger sister site offering an extended range of artisan breads, pastries, and savoury bakes. Highlights include Red Onion & Stilton Focaccia, Smoked Ham & Cheddar Croissants, Heritage Tomato Pain Suisse, and Saturday-only Bacon Morning Rolls. Signature treats like Pistachio Croissants, Cinnamon Buns, Stripy Chocolatine, seasonal Danish, and themed Breakfast Boxes remain, alongside new sweet creations and larder staples such as granola and cookies. The Atelier also offers seating to watch the fresh baking in action.
Founded by Le Cordon Bleu-trained Charlotte O’Kelly, Astrid started as a delivery-only bakery in 2020 and quickly became a North London favourite for luxury Breakfast Boxes, viennoiserie, and celebration bakes.
Visit their website HERE.
Café Mama and Sons
Nearly a year old, Café Mama and Sons in Kentish Town serves sweet and savoury delights with Filipino and pan-Asian influences. Popular lunches include sandos like Corned Beef, Adobo Mushroom, and Kimchi Chilli Chicken, paired with house-made crisps and drinks. Sweets range from OG Pandesal, Ensaymada Banana Pudding, Ube Mochi Croissant, honey toast, to miso milk chocolate cookies. Drinks include Spanish Latte, Ube Matcha, Honey Peach Mango Tea, and protein shakes like Avocado Pandan and Mango Float. Part of Omar Shah’s Maginhawa collection, the café is fast becoming a must-visit for flavour-packed treats.
Visit their website HERE.
Ta’mini Lebanese Bakery
Run by husband-and-wife duo, Ali and Nermin, Ta’mini brings contemporary Lebanese baked goods and savoury dishes to London, all made with traditional techniques. Ta’mini serves a wide array of baked goods from freshly baked Manakish, and sesame-coated Mini Bites, to homemade Hummus and indulgent Falafel wraps. Ta’mini’s standout Pistachio Date Bread, a freshly baked dough filled with a mix of date paste, pistachios, and a hint of rose water.
Visit their website HERE.
La Maritxu
La Maritxu is London’s much-loved Basque cheesecake brand, serving its renowned Basque-style cheesecake with its signature burnt caramelised top. Baked at a high temperature to achieve its distinctive dark exterior and rich, creamy centre. Alongside the classic, customers can try their rotating selection of limited-edition flavours in a variety of sizes. Founded in 2021 by husband-and-wife duo Ignacio and Lucia, La Maritxu has quickly built a loyal following for its signature cheesecakes making it the perfect stop for World Baking Day.
Visit their website HERE.
Santa Nata
Santa Nata is one of London’s top bakery brands, specialising in traditional Portuguese tarts. Named after the home of the original pastel de nata, the parish of Santa Maria De Belem, Santa Nata has built a loyal following since opening in Covent Garden in 2019 and continues to draw crowds across its locations.
Founded by a Portuguese family of bakers, Santa Nata is in a league of its own. With fresh batches of its signature tarts served throughout the day, Santa Nata is the ideal sweet stop for World Baking Day.
Visit their website HERE.
