A neighbourhood bakery by pastry chef Anna Higham celebrating British produce, seasonality and baking traditions in the heart of Islington.
The spot
Founded by pastry chef Anna Higham and named after her favourite fruit, Quince Bakery is a love letter to British produce and seasonality. The shop on New North Road is small, the selection is tight, and everything is made with the kind of precision you would expect from a chef who has worked in some of London's best kitchens.
Best moment to visit
Heads up: stock runs out. Do not arrive late on a Saturday and expect a full counter.
On the menu
Drinks
Food
Who is it for?
Arrive at Quince
Before the queue, while the counter is full.
Coffee and a seasonal tart
Eat in or take away for the walk.
Walk to the Emirates
Head west along New North Road, roughly 20 minutes on foot.
Pre-match pint
The Tollington or the Bricklayers Arms for the final warm-up.
Kick-off
In your seat, fed and ready.
Local tip 🇬🇧
Treat Quince as a morning destination, not a quick stop. The shop is tiny and stock is limited. Go early, choose what looks best, and enjoy the walk to the ground with your bake.
Quince is the thinking fan's bakery. Come for Anna Higham's seasonal precision, then walk to the Emirates knowing you have already had one of the best pastries in north London.
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Nearest club
Arsenal
Emirates Stadium
