A 19-year-old Sikh woman, an employee of a Walmart store in Halifax, Nova Scotia, was found deceased inside a walk-in oven in the bakery department. The police investigation is ongoing, and the cause of death remains undetermined. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with the Maritime Sikh Society expressing grief for the woman and her family.
Golda Rosheuvel, known for her regal portrayal of Queen Charlotte in Bridgerton, reveals her surprising side hustle: co-owning Imma the Bakery. The actress shares her passion for food, her favorite London spots, and her exclusive recipe for Imma’s Celebration Stollen.
Sainsbury’s is making a major change to its bakery packaging, switching to cardboard and paper for pastries, doughnuts, and baguettes. This shift aims to significantly reduce plastic waste and make recycling easier for customers.
A Reddit thread asking for Australia’s best meat pies has yielded a delicious list of bakeries across the country. From the Northern Territory to Tasmania, this pie tour is sure to satisfy any craving.
A Scottish bakery, Lannan in Edinburgh, has been awarded the Pastry Opening of the Year by La Liste, a prestigious culinary awards organization. The bakery, owned by 26-year-old self-taught baker Darcie Maher, is known for its delicious viennoiseries, savory bakes, and seasonal specials. This recognition places Lannan among the world’s best pastry shops, alongside the winner, Le Comptoir at the Ritz Paris.
After a three-year hiatus, Lidl’s beloved Cheese Twists are finally making their grand comeback on May 30th. The flaky pastries, filled with rich British mature cheddar, have been sorely missed by fans who have been clamoring for their return. To celebrate their triumphant return, Lidl is offering a limited-edition merch giveaway featuring Twisties-themed T-shirts, friendship bracelets, and free Lidl Plus coupons. Additionally, a whopping 15,000 cheese twists will be given away for free through the Lidl Plus Coupon website. Cheese twist enthusiasts can secure their Twisties bundle by visiting www.lidltwisties.co.uk from 10am on May 24th until June 2nd.
Swiss Bread Bakery and Cafe in Ham, Richmond has been recognized as the best cafe in London in the 2024 Muddy Stilettos Awards. Owned by Tanja Burri and André Brogli from Switzerland, the bakery has been serving up unique and organic bread, pastries, and cakes since 2020. Their authentic Swiss cuisine, including chocolate croissants, chicken schnitzel sandwiches, and Zopf, has earned them rave reviews from customers. The award is a testament to the bakery’s dedication to providing a taste of Switzerland in London.
Costco’s renowned bakery unveils the triumphant comeback of its cherished chocolate all-American mini cakes with fudge icing. These delectable treats, once adored by members, have vanished for an extended period, sparking an outpour of excitement upon their reappearance. Despite their ‘mini’ moniker, these cakes boast an impressive size, eclipsing the dimensions of conventional cupcakes and weighing approximately half a pound. Priced at an affordable $8.99 for a pack of six, each cake is adorned with generous portions of fudge icing and chocolate shavings, promising a symphony of chocolatey indulgence. Costco enthusiasts are urged to seize this opportunity as the availability and permanence of these mini cakes remain uncertain. Chocolate aficionados should act promptly to savor the return of this beloved bakery item.
Greggs has closed its Great Portland Street branch in London, leaving loyal customers devastated. The bakery chain, with over 2,000 locations nationwide, has been a high street staple for decades. The closure follows a wave of restaurant and pub shutdowns post-pandemic, as well as branch closures by large chains like Wetherspoons and Frankie & Benny’s.
