September 27th 2024.
Do you have a favorite go-to snack? If you're going to judge a bakery based on just one item, it has to be their croissant. This flaky, buttery treat has stood the test of time, but not all croissants are created equal. There's nothing quite like biting into a perfectly crisp yet irresistibly soft croissant. While many people may think they have to travel to Paris for the best pastries, the truth is that the UK is home to many wonderful bakeries. In fact, 20 of them recently competed for the title of the nation's best croissant.
Last year's winner, Chestnut Bakery in London, was able to defend their title and once again took home the award for the Best Croissant in the UK. But don't worry, you don't have to be in London to try their award-winning croissant. With locations in both Belgravia and Covent Garden, you can easily get your hands on their delicious creation. And if you're wondering what else is happening in London, look no further than The Slice – your weekly guide to all things food, drinks, and entertainment in the city.
But let's get back to the croissant. The team at Chestnut Bakery beat out some tough competition, including beloved London bakeries like Aries Bakehouse, Philippe Conticini, and Chez Maitre, to name a few. Croissant lovers from all over the UK voted for their favorites, and then a panel of experts made the final decision. The judging took place at The Savoy Hotel, where a team of eight chefs and bakers carefully tasted and evaluated each croissant based on its appearance, texture, and most importantly, its taste.
And it's no surprise that Chestnut Bakery's plain croissant took home the top prize for the second year in a row. You can try this award-winning croissant for yourself at their London bakeries for just £3.45. The bakery took to Instagram to share their excitement, thanking their loyal customers and community for their support. With over 105,000 followers on social media, it's clear that Chestnut Bakery has a dedicated following thanks to their pretty and creative bakes.
In second place was Two Brothers Bakery in Warwick, followed by Chez Maitre in London. But let's not forget about the other 17 finalists who also impressed the judges with their delicious croissants. These bakeries from all over the UK, including Harrogate, Cardiff, and Glasgow, are all worthy of a visit for their amazing croissants.
The Croissant Awards, sponsored by Isigny Sainte-Mère, saw an impressive 12,000 votes this year. Lucas Buhler, Europe Sales Manager at Isigny Sainte-Mère, expressed his delight at the level of engagement and the celebration of excellence in croissant-making across the UK. This exciting news comes on the heels of Lidl being named the UK's favorite supermarket bakery, with their All Butter Croissant selling at a rate of 122 per minute. Other popular items from Lidl's bakery include the Demi Baguette, Jam Filled Doughnut, and Chocolate Hazelnut Croissant, all selling at a rate of one per second. Customers also love the "Special Guest" range, which introduces a new limited-edition bake to the store every two weeks. Last month, the Chocolate Cronut, a doughnut-shaped pastry covered in rich milk chocolate, drove customers wild. Have you tried any of these delicious treats from Lidl's bakery? Let us know in the comments below!
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