The Hummingbird Bakery

Big thank you to the Islington staff who noticed I was pregnant and talked me through how the lemon meringue is made on the cupcake I was eyeing up. They were really knowledgeable about the ingredients and cooking process (red lion stamped egg white mixed with hot syrup but not baked through) and this allowed me to make an informed decision anout whether I was happy to eat it or not. I did. It was delicious. Thank you for taking the time and initiative :-)

I had a lovely carrot cupcake and chai latte. The cupcake was moist with the perfect amount of spice and a frosting that complemented it perfectly. Nice chai latte, but they're quite hard to mess up. Staff were polite and friendly, but at times were a little bit loud for someone who gets sensory overload easily, and to be honest, anyone. They were obviously excited about something because a couple of times, they were shouting in the kitchen out onto the shop floor, as well as whilst on the shop floor itself. I definitely don't mind people having fun on the job, but maybe just take it down a few decibels?! It's also a shame that there are just 4 stools in a small area to perch on. A place with such lovely cakes warrants more space to come and sit down with friends whilst you treat yourselves. Also, anyone in a wheelchair or with mobility needs isn't exactly catered for here, if they want to stop inside and eat. It would be quite a squeeze for them to not feel "in the way".

Cake lovers will be in heaven when they visit Hummingbird. Every cake is delicious. Try the mile high salted caramel (share with a friend, the slices are huge) signature red velvet in either sliced gateaux form or cupcake. The rainbow Cake is visually stunning if you want something for an occasion. You can order a cake in advance for a special occasion via their website or phoning the central line. Cheesecake or brownie, can't decide, they have made a cheesecake brownie! Hot drinks available too!

This places cakes are to die for. Have to get my mum one every opportunity I can find. The service is second to none. The cake selections on display are always works of art. Buy cakes cupcakes or even a slice, and the slice is quiet fat. Definitely go for the carrot cake and rainbow. See you soon guys.

I popped into my local Hummingbird bakery store for the first time in a while and it's like I never took a cake sabbatical. There's always amazing variety of delicious fresh cakes.. and though the taste of the cakes are unbeatable the real stars of this store are the staff!! They are perfect; super friendly, helpful and make the best suggestions. The ladies I was served by today are the reason I pop into this store so often. Thank you so much ladies, I truly value your amazing service. PS: If you've never tried the Kentucky Bundt cake you are seriously missing out.