Ah, if you ever find yourself in London, hun, and you got a hankerin’ for somethin’ sweet or a bit savory, you gotta try a Chinese bakery. You know, them bakeries that ain’t like the ones you find in the regular ol’ town, no ma’am. They got all sorts of tasty treats, and I tell ya, once you taste it, you’ll be hooked! You got all these special cakes, buns, and rolls, and they ain’t hard to find either, especially in places like Chinatown or near all them busy streets.
First off, there’s this spot called Chinatown Bakery. Folks say it’s pretty good, and I’d reckon it is. They got all kinds of goodies. They’re most famous for their Taiyaki fish-shaped waffles—you know, the ones with a sweet filling inside. Ain’t nothin’ better than that warm fish shape when you’re out on a chilly day in London. They also got custard buns, which, if you ask me, is a must-try. And don’t forget about them Pandan Swiss rolls, folks just rave about them. All of this can be found at 7 Newport Place, which ain’t too far from all the action.
Now, if you’re lookin’ for something a little different, there’s this place called Wonderful Patisserie. It ain’t just Chinese stuff, but they got a right fancy mix of Chinese and Japanese desserts. Been around since ’89, they say, and sure as sugar, they know what they’re doin’. They offer all these high-quality desserts that won’t break your wallet, which is always a plus in London.
But I gotta tell ya, it ain’t all about the sweets. Nah, you can also find some savory treats in these bakeries. Take for example Sausage Roti or Almond Cookies, now them are hearty. If you like your buns filled with something other than sugar, this’ll hit the spot for sure. It’s like a little bit of everything when you’re walkin’ through the door of these places.
Then, there’s the steamed buns. You can’t go wrong with those, either. They got that perfect fluffy texture. Some of ’em stuffed with savory fillings like pork or chicken, and others with sweet red bean paste. But no matter what you get, the buns are always soft and fresh. Best eaten when they’re still warm—ain’t nothing worse than a cold steamed bun, lemme tell ya.
One more place worth mentionin’ is the Dim Sum Cafe, also in London, which mixes the bakery and dim sum culture real well. I’m tellin’ ya, the Pandan Coconut Cake there is so delicious, you’d want to buy a whole bunch and take ’em home. They also do takeaway, so if you don’t feel like sittin’ down, that’s no problem at all. But if you do decide to stay, the atmosphere’s nice and cozy.
So, if you’re wanderin’ around London and got a craving, pop into one of them Chinese bakeries. You won’t regret it. Whether you’re after something sweet or savory, these places have got ya covered. And trust me, you’ll be glad you stopped by. I don’t care if you’re from the city or the country, them treats’ll make you feel right at home.
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