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Big Boy Bakery
Liverpool
“Thick, stuffed NYC-style cookies baked fresh in small batches.”
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Mayya Bakery
Manchester
“Classic Sourdough with a perfectly golden crust.”
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Little Dessert Shop
Croydon
“Handcrafted artisan waffles loaded with indulgent toppings.”
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Kissaten FUYU
Manchester
“Japanese-inspired matcha desserts served in a kissaten café setting.”
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Cupp Bubble Tea
Manchester
“Handcrafted brown sugar milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls.”
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CA Japanese Pancakes
London
“Gluten-free and dairy-free Japanese soufflé pancakes, impossibly light and fluffy.”
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Bakes & Barbells
North Somerset
“Protein-packed brownies with real flavour and no nasties.”
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CASE #0017Authentic Italian Scoops at Black Mountain Gelato
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Authentic Italian Scoops at Black Mountain Gelato
BLACK MOUNTAIN GELATO · London
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Spoilt for Choice: Joe Blake's Artisanal Doughnuts & Coffee
Joe Blake's (Villier's Street) · London
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Investigating Chorlton's Stuffed Cookie Sensation at Kuki
Kuki Manchester · Manchester
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