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The Hummingbird Bakery March 07, 2025Introducing Our Mother’s Day CollectionIntroducing Our Mother’s Day CollectionMother’s Day is all about showing love and appreciation for the incredible mums, grandmothers, and mother figures in our lives. And what better way to say thank you than with a beautifully handcrafted cake? Our brand-new Mother’s Day Collection features stunning new designs, elegant colours, and indulgent flavours - perfect for celebrating in style. From delicate Heart Cakes to beautifully curated Cupcake Boxes, and even exclusive Mother’s Day Hampers with Maison Mirabeau, we’ve created a collection that’s as special as Mum herself. New Cakes, New Styles, New Colours This year’sRead More
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The Hummingbird Bakery March 03, 2025Introducing Our Brand New Party Packs: Perfect for the Ultimate Themed Birthday Party!Introducing Our Brand New Party Packs: Perfect for the Ultimate Themed Birthday Party!Planning the perfect birthday party has never been easier or more exciting! Our brand-new Party Packs are here, offering the perfect addition to any celebration. Each pack is designed to match our adorable Children’s Cakes & Cupcakes, bringing your party theme to life with delicious treats and fun-filled goodies. Perfect for a fun activity during the party or keep the party going and add them to the party bags. Whether your little one is dreaming of unicorns, dinosaurs, or something entirely magical, ourRead More
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The Hummingbird Bakery March 03, 2025Introducing Our Brand-New Wedding Cakes Collection: Handmade with Love and Delivered Across LondonIntroducing Our Brand-New Wedding Cakes Collection: Handmade with Love and Delivered Across LondonYour wedding day deserves nothing less than perfection - and that includes the cake! We’re delighted to introduce our brand-new Wedding Cakes Collection, featuring beautifully handcrafted bakes designed to make your big day even sweeter. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our elegant, made-to-order wedding cakes are now available for delivery across London. Heart Cakes, Sheet Cakes, and Layer Cakes Looking for something unique? Our collection includes a variety of cake styles to fit your vision:- Heart Cakes – A sweet symbol of love, perfect for a romantic touch on your wedding day.- Sheet Cakes – Ideal forRead More
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The Hummingbird Bakery March 03, 2025Celebrating Ramadan & Preparing for a Sweet Eid al-FitrCelebrating Ramadan & Preparing for a Sweet Eid al-FitrAs we continue our journey through the holy month of Ramadan, each day is marked by reflection, fasting, and moments of togetherness. And as we look ahead to Eid al-Fitr, the excitement of celebrating with family, gifts, and delicious food is beginning to build. This year, we’ve created a special Eid Collection to make your celebrations even sweeter. Whether you’re preparing for a festive gathering or looking for the perfect gift, our beautifully handcrafted cakes and cupcakes are a delicious way to mark the end of Ramadan and welcome Eid in style. Our Eid Collection: A Celebration in Every Bite Our Eid CollectionRead More
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The Hummingbird Bakery March 03, 2025Celebrate Holi with Our Limited-Edition Cupcake Box!Celebrate Holi with Our Limited-Edition Cupcake Box!Get ready to indulge in a festival of flavours and colours with our Holi Cupcake Box, available in-store only! Inspired by the joy and vibrancy of Holi, this special selection features marbled rainbow sponge cupcakes decorated with buttercream swirls and colourful hearts and sprinkles - the perfect sweet treat to share with family and friends. Hurry, these limited-edition cupcakes won’t be around for long! Visit your nearest Hummingbird Bakery to pick up a cupcake for £4.20 and add a little extra colour to your celebrations. Available in-store only – while stocks lastRead More
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The Hummingbird Bakery March 03, 2025Introducing Our Magical Unicorn CollectionIntroducing Our Magical Unicorn CollectionAdd a little sparkle to your celebrations with our brand-new Unicorn Collection - bringing a swirl of pastel perfection, shimmering details, and a sprinkle of magic to every party. A Slice of Magic Our beautifully designed Unicorn Cake is a party showstopper with layers of our signature rainbow sponge, adorned with dreamy pastel buttercream, gold details, and a charming unicorn design that’s almost too pretty to eat. Cupcakes Fit for a Fairytale Our Unicorn Selection BoxRead More
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The Hummingbird Bakery December 17, 2024Celebrate the Season with The Hummingbird Bakery’s Christmas CollectionCelebrate the Season with The Hummingbird Bakery’s Christmas CollectionThe holiday season is the perfect time to indulge in delicious treats that bring joy and warmth to your gatherings. This year, The Hummingbird Bakery is thrilled to present our Christmas Collection - a selection of festive cakes, cupcakes, and hampers designed to add a touch of sweetness to your celebrations. Cakes Our Christmas cakes are the perfect centrepiece for any festive occasion. Here are our seasonal favourites: Christmas Red Velvet Wreath Cake: A rich red velvet sponge topped with cream cheese frosting and a festive fondant wreath. Christmas Tree CakeRead More
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The Hummingbird Bakery October 10, 2024Cake Care AdviceTake care after collecting your tasty treats from the bakery and they will stay looking beautiful until first bite!Read More
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The Hummingbird Bakery October 09, 2024Introducing The Hummingbird Bakery’s Indulgent New Tiramisu Brownie: Available Exclusively In-StoreIntroducing The Hummingbird Bakery’s Indulgent New Tiramisu Brownie: Available Exclusively In-StoreCoffee lovers and dessert aficionados, rejoice! We’re about to make your autumn days a little sweeter with the launch of our brand-new Tiramisu Brownie, a luxurious blend of two of the most beloved desserts. Available exclusively in our six London bakeries, this indulgent treat is an irresistible fusion of rich coffee flavours and the gooey decadence of our signature brownies. A Heavenly Combination of Flavours Imagine sinking your teeth into a sumptuous brownie with all the creamy, velvety goodness of a classic tiramisu. Our Tiramisu Brownie brings together the best of both worlds: the deep, dark richness of high-quality chocolate with the delicate balance of coffee and mascarpone. We start with our classic rich chocolate brownie base, then layer it with delicious lady fingersRead More
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The Hummingbird Bakery October 01, 2024Red Velvet - Cupcake RecipeRed Velvet - Cupcake RecipeRed Velvet Cupcakes Recipe: The Hummingbird Bakery’s Iconic Treat As we turn 20 this year, we are celebrating by sharing recipes of our iconic products. Few desserts capture the eye and the palate quite like a Red Velvet Cupcake. Our Red Velvet Cupcakes, with their rich red sponge and creamy white frosting, have become a beloved classic. Whether you're planning a special occasion or simply indulging in a sweet treat, these cupcakes are sure to impress. Here's howRead More
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The Hummingbird Bakery September 10, 2024New Store Opening Soho! October 2023London, we’re back in Soho! On 18th October 2023, we officially landed back in Soho, London. The latest space for our American-style bakery serves our signature bakes such as our iconic Red Velvet Cakes and Cupcakes, our viral Number Sprinkle Cakes, Birthday Cakes,Read More