Are you looking for somewhere to enjoy the finest pastries and sweet treats? If so, look no further.
Nestled on St Mary's Street, in Ely, Grain Culture Bake Shop was recently crowned among the best bakeries in the world.
On its website, the bakery proudly describes how it is "committed to finding the best and most interesting products out there".
Visitors can find anything from "larder goods and hand-cut cheeses, from Neal's Yard Dairy, to small batch beers and natural wines".
Grain Culture Bake Shop also boasts goods including dried pasta, Spanish crisps and cured meats as well loose leaf teas and an array of pates and antipasti.
'Excellent coffee and choice of pastries'
Unsurprisingly, Grain Culture has raked in dozens of glowing Trip Advisor reviews, with visitors praising its "quality selection of foodstuffs".
One visitor said: "Great location near the Cathedral. Friendly service with good vibe and excellent coffee and choice of pastries."
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Another added: "What a lovely shop. I came to look for a few interesting things for my husband for our anniversary and was not disappointed!
"Great range of choice, lovely quality goods and such nice service. I got coffee and sourdough for myself and a collection of goodies for him. All lush!"
Just last year, Grain Culture Bake Shop was named the best in Cambridgeshire at the National Bakery Awards.
It's not the first time the bakery has won national praise.
Just last year, it was crowned among the best bakeries in the world in La Liste's Pastry Awards 2024.
In August 2023, The Times newspaper named it as one of the best bakeries in the UK after chefs and bakers picked out the best of the best.
The neighbourhood bakery and grocery store started in 2018 in founder Luca Fiorio’s garage with one small 25l mixer, one bench and a couple of small ovens.
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