Bakery Lamour

London’s Hidden Gem for Irresistible Pastries

Nestled quietly in a side street somewhere 'round Wandsworth, Lamour is one of those splendid hidden gems you stumble upon and want to lock away for yourself, lest the hordes descend and ruin the magic. I slipped inside, the morning chill giving way to the warm, fragrant embrace of fresh coffee grounds mingling with the inviting aroma of baking bread and sweet pastries. Immediately, the vibe was one of unfussy warmth — an inviting retreat where the staff offer smiles as genuine as the buttery croissants they serve.

The coffee was bold and rich—an invigorating kick without a bitter aftertaste, more like a passionate French embrace than the typical disinterested handshake of mass-produced blends. The pastries were nothing short of revelatory. Almond croissants that pirouetted between decadently flaky and wonderfully moist, while the chocolate-infused pain au chocolat leaves little question about the patisserie mastery going on behind the scenes here. Whether you're swinging by for one of their soups and salads for lunch or just to grab a walking latte, Lamour offers such a delightful diversion from the mundane rush that it frankly should fall under the category of essential human experiences—or at least a delicious reason to account for your wanders down that neck of the woods. Just mind the spell of addiction, for once you've tasted their magic, you're apt to be charmed back time and again. — Milo Tastemaker