In the realm of desserts, London certainly doesn't hold back. Whether you're a fan of classic British puddings or are a connoisseur of artisanal chocolates, here, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to satisfying your cravings.
From elegant patisseries to hidden gems crafting exquisite confections, each dessert is a work of art, inviting you to embark on a delectable journey of indulgence. Here are some of HELLO!'s favourite places to feast...
Lola's Cupcakes
© Lola'sLondon's leading bakery brand Lola's Cupcakes is somewhere me and a group of friends always turn to. Celebrating a friend's birthday recently, we were treated to a selection of their finest flavours including Red Velvet, Cookies & Cream and Triple Chocolate - even our vegan friend was able to enjoy one thanks to the sumptuous Caramel Biscuit. What's more we didn't even have to worry about breaking any the cakes while transporting them from the store as they were able to be delivered to our door!
Following on from their incredible Valentine's Day collection, Lola's have now released their Mother's Day special. The beloved bakery has teamed up with Your London Florist to create a beautiful bundles of bouquets and Lola's famous baked goods. The spring-coloured confections of all things floral and frosted feature a simply gorgeous arrangement of: Pink Mondial rose, Yellow Piano Rose, Ranunculus, Clematis, Oxypetalum, Asparagus Fern and Green Rabbit Tails accompanied by your choice of tempting Lola's treat.
You can pick a delicious, light vanilla sponge cake, layered with raspberry compote and swathed in smooth vanilla buttercream pr a box of six moreish handmade cupcakes in a selection of seasonal flavours including: Lemon & Elderflower, Raspberry & Rose, and a beautiful pink Vanilla, all finished with an array of showstopping toppings. But the deliciousness doesn't stop there, you can even opt for a box of six Belgian chocolate brownies paired with delicious pink and white ganache and topped with edible flowers and petals making them pretty as a picture and (almost) too good to eat.
Reviewed by Matthew Moore, Online News Writer
Heavenly Desserts
Fancy a sweet treat? I can only recommend Heavenly Desserts' mouth-watering new menu. The delicious options include Cinnamon Caramel Monkey Bread, a unique cheesecake BonBon on a stick, Biscoff and Banana Fresh Toast, warming Raspberry and Apple Crumble Tart, a range of creamy cannolis and so much more. Their mouth-watering selection is the perfect winter warmer. There are even vegan and gluten-sensitive options, although coeliacs beware as it is sadly not free from cross-contamination. Head down to Marylebone to try them out for yourself!
Reviewed by Isabelle Casey, Junior Writer
Krispy Kreme
© Krispy KremeYou can't go wrong with an iced doughnut – and Krispy Kreme's original glazed doughnuts are pretty hard to beat! We were kindly sent two dozen packs to sample in the office. Unlike some extravagant doughnuts you see these days, Krispy Kreme's 'OG' doughnuts are the perfect size without being overtly sweet and sickly. As far as texture goes, they're deliciously soft and melt-in-the-mouth, whilst the outside glaze has just the right amount of crunch for a satisfying chomp. A perfect afternoon pick-me-up! Hankering after a sweet treat? Krispy Kreme is giving away thousands of 'Ghosted Boxes' this Halloween. The empty boxes will be filled with delicious Original Glazed doughnuts for free when taken into any Krispy Kreme shop.
Reviewed by Phoebe Tatham, Junior Writer
Crosstown
We love a Crosstown doughnut! I'm always left amazed at the endless options this London dessert venue offers. There is a variety of doughnuts, small-batch ice cream, homemade cookies and extraordinary chocolate that's released each month. They know how to experiment with unique flavours, and are never afraid to push the boundaries - as well as being delicious, they look incredible each time. They sell a delicious range of vegan sourdough doughnuts, made with alternative ingredients such as chia seeds, coconut butter and silken tofu. Right now, they have the Lychee & Cinnamon, the Passion Fruit & Chocolate and the Ruby Chocolate & Cherry Liqueur.
Reviewed by Sharnaz Shahid, Deputy Online Editor
Patisserie Valerie
One of Britain's best-loved bakeries has released a new range of festive treats - and we are so excited to try them! There is a whole selection from magnificent centrepieces to generously-sized mince pies and festive fondant fancies perfect for gifting. But we have to say, Patisserie Valerie's Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Cake was truly special. It features a rich chocolate sponge filled with layers of fresh cream and mini marshmallows mixed into mint-flavoured chocolate cream. It was also topped with eye-catching buttercream trees and cute chocolate candy canes. This showstopping candy stripe cake is the perfect treat for the whole family to enjoy.
Reviewed by Francesca Shillcock, Senior TV & Film Writer
DUNKIN'
It's no secret that Ben Affleck is a Dunkin' superfan, and now I am too! This month, you can try the Love You S'more - a delightful Chocolate Biscuit filled heart with chocolate icing, biscuit crumb, mini marshmallows and a pink vanilla drizzle and the Chip A Heartbeat which is an indulgent chocolate-filled heart with red vanilla icing, chocolate chips and a vanilla drizzle.
Reviewed by Megan Bull, TV writer
