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Claridge's Bakery

Claridge’s Bakery is set to open in late summer 2025 with internationally acclaimed chef and baker, Richard Hart, named as Executive Baker & Creative Director. Launching with a British-focused menu of beloved classics including Bloomers and Granary Loaves, as well as Jam Tarts and Custard Tarts, Belgian Buns and Iced Fingers, and more, as well as Hart’s globally renowned sourdough breads, the bakery will sell delicious treats and goods straight from the ovens for hotel guests as well as London locals and visitors to enjoy.

Claridge’s Bakery will be located on Brook’s Mews, with the sole aim of celebrating the art of British baking. Nourishing the neighbourhood with delicacies available throughout the day, the menu will be created by Hart and take inspiration from Richard’s London upbringing and love and nostalgia for classic British bakeries, as well as Claridge’s own heritage.

The opening of Claridge’s Bakery marks Richard Hart’s much anticipated return to the United Kingdom and builds on decades of travels and work across the globe, from San Francisco to Copenhagen and Mexico City.

I am excited and honoured to be the Executive Baker and Creative Director at Claridge’s Bakery. My goal is to celebrate timeless British baked favourites in one of the most notable British institutions. Bread and baked goods are an everyday staple that brings people together and I can’t wait to share my take on it with Londoners and visitors to the capital.

Richard Hart

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