“Follow your nose…buns are very close”, they say. Why have regular buns when you can use buttery croissant dough? Just imagine that extra buttery lusciousness and the extra crispiness of the pastry – if this concept isn’t the king of all pastries, I don’t know what is. That’s what Buns From Home does, and they take things to a whole new level for the likes of cinnamon buns, cardamom buns, etc. Every weekend, they release a special flavour that gets everyone queuing for.
Buns From Home: An Inspiring Lockdown Story
We love a good story behind every business, and Buns From Home has got a lovely one. As we all remember, 2020 was not a kind year to most, but sometimes it could be a blessing in disguise. After furlough, Barney has found himself missing baking and started baking croissant buns for his neighbours at his mum’s kitchen. It didn’t take long for his freshly baked goods to gain plenty of popularity. Very quickly, it went from casually baking at home to involving his brother and friends to help out with deliveries. A little crowdfunding later, they have managed to secure their Notting Hill shop, and the rest is history. Today, Buns From Home has multiple stores across London, including Holland Park, Bank, Islington, Covent Garden, etc.
Over their counter at every shop, you can find a range of artisanal classic buns, i.e cinnamon buns, cardamom buns, and chocolate hazelnut buns. Vegan options are also available for each flavour. Then there are the dessert buns, featuring the likes of pistachio, vanilla custard, tiramisu, mixed berry cheesecake, etc., as well as a weekend special that changes every week. While sweet-flavoured buns take the main spotlight, they have equally attractive savoury offerings such as focaccia and cooked-on-demand brunch buns (i.e. think of avocado & egg in a croissant bun).
Most items are halal-friendly (vegetarian and alcohol-free) at Buns From Home. Do double-check with the staff as some flavours, especially weekend specials, may contain alcohol or gelatin.
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The Food at Buns From Home (What We Ordered)
Cinnamon Bun (£3.5)
The concept of cinnamon buns can do no wrong, and incorporating it with a croissant dough is guaranteed to be a winner. This cinnamon bun features a crispy exterior, laced with criss-cross icing on top, enveloping a well-layered and flaky croissant dough with muscovado sugar and cinnamon on the inside. That buttery fragrance of the pastry was to die for, and you just can’t beat a classic flavour such as cinnamon bun. This is definitely a must-order at Buns From Home!
Chocolate & Hazelnut Bun (£3.5)
More or less similar to the Cinnamon Bun within their classic pastry range, the Chocolate & Hazelnut Bun has been an absolute winner too. The chocolate and hazelnut filling really hit the spot and was executed just right. It really was the perfect munch and best enjoyed with a steaming cup of coffee, which is available at the shop too!
Cardamom Bun (£3.5)
Another flavour within their classic range is the Cardamom Bun. The texture was spot on as per all their other buns and the flavours were beautiful. That cardamom flavour wasn’t too punchy and was well-balanced with sweetness. Some might fancy it with a stronger touch but I think it’s at that perfect balance where everyone would enjoy it.
Pistachio Bun (£3.5)
The Pistachio Bun is no doubt my favourite from Buns From Home. It features a double-baked layered croissant dough that is laced generously with a delectable homemade pistachio frangipane and topped with more pistachio.
What really stole my heart here is how genuine the pistachio flavours are. It didn’t come with an artificial almond aftertaste, which I’m rather pesky about when it comes to pistachio-flavoured treats. I loved how the crushed pistachio added texture to it, and its fragrance simply seeping through the laminated layers.
Cream Custard Bun (£4.5)
Featuring a delicate vanilla fragrance, the custard bun was a simple yet delightful treat. The filling was rich and generous in amount, all enveloped with ultra-crispy and well-laminated pastry.
Buns From Home Review Summary
In a nutshell, we absolutely adored Buns From Home’s bakery goods, if not a little obsessed. Without hesitation, I would definitely recommend that you check them out. It’s a winning concept that’s simply irresistible and of good quality. The queues outside their shop should be enough of a testament to how good these buns are. You’d definitely want to keep your eyes peeled on their social media as well for any weekend special flavours!
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Halal Status
Buns From Home is not halal but have plenty of vegetarian-friendly options. Please double-check with staff if the product contains alcohol on selected flavours.
