insideKENT Magazine Issue 133 - May 2023 | Page 122

FOOD + DRINK
BAKER ’ S DOZEN CONT .
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Bicycle Bakery , Tunbridge Wells @ the _ bicycle _ bakery
One man using his ultimate skill and expertise to tap into the sourdough trend and beyond from the heart of leafy Tunbridge Wells . With one wish to combine his love for fine French patisserie and sourdough baking seeing him wake up as early as 2am to begin a day ’ s baking , Jamie cycles to the bakery to prep these goods fresh every day . Driven by his passion and commitment to his craft as well as the community he serves , sweet crumbly croissants , fluffy breads , exquisite sourdough , his famous cruffins and more have amassed a large and loyal following for this indie TW treasure . By focusing on the traditional methods of baking bread , each unique loaf that Jamie creates is not only appealing to the eye but also just as divine to the tastebuds .
BICYCLE BAKERY
Modern Provider , Margate @ modern _ provider
Slotting perfectly in to Margate ’ s artisanmeets-hipster-creative persona , Modern Provider serves a delectable selection of breads , bagels , loaves , baguettes , sourdough , flavoured breads , croissants , a range of sweet patisserie and toasted sandwiches . Supplying bread and sourdough loaves to a large portion of Margate ' s eateries , you can either keep an eye out for the goods in the town or take a visit to the bakery itself . Here you can catch a glimpse of the talented baker hard at work in his kitchen while enjoying a delicious cup of coffee with your treat .
Docker Bakery , Folkestone and The Goods Shed Canterbury @ dockerbakery
This sourdough specialist bakery was born out of a passion for handcrafting bread that is incredibly delicious , nutritious and sustaining . “ Our purpose is to work in a way that benefits our community , our customers and the environment ,” says baker , Molly . Baking everything from perfectly formed focaccia and ciabattas to dreamily flaky pastries and perfectly formed cruffins , whatever your bakery desires might be , they are sure to be exceeded by Docker .
AVERAGE DOUGHS BAKERY
Average Doughs Bakery , West Malling @ averagedoughsbakery
Sourdough micro-bakery and speciality coffee shop based in Leybourne Chase Sports Pavilion , West Malling . Expect a team full of fun and passion baking a host of wonderful bakes including but not limited to dreamy cinnamon swirls , zesty lemon drizzle and devilishly good triple chocolate brownies . If savoury ’ s more your thing , indulge in a delicious sourdough toastie .
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