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No. 36 in the world · November 2026

Pophams Bakery

197 Richmond Road · Islington, Prebend St · London, UK

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The one thing to get

The bacon and maple swirl

When to go: Weekend mornings; the swirl sells out first.

The bakery that made the bacon and maple pastry a London must.

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Butter croissants

Butter croissants

3 days, about 1 hr 30 min hands-on · 12 croissants. The real thing at home: a lean, cold dough, one sheet of butter, three folds and patience. Made over three days so nothing is rushed.

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Checked November 1, 2026. Hours and sell-out times change; check before you cross town.

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