Mahali Bakery — Review by Eating With Tod
London, United Kingdom — Filipino, Malaysian
Mahali Bakery is an authentic Filipino bakery in London founded by Miguel and his partner Rianne, former Michelin-star restaurant workers. The reviewer praises the exceptional pastries, particularly highlighting the creative flavor combinations like vanilla cream with tomato and parmesan, and the perfect balance of texture and taste throughout the menu.
What was great: Authentic Filipino pastries with exceptional quality, standout items including the pandan almond croissant, Milo pastry, ginger creme brulee Danish, sambal bacon and cheese pan suite, and vanilla cream tomato pastry. The combination of sweet and savory flavors, buttery crispiness, and creative flavor profiles. Beautiful coffee art.
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
Mahali Bakery offers an impressive selection of Filipino and Malaysian-inspired pastries that showcase culinary expertise. The pandan almond croissant opens the tasting with a satisfying crunch that immediately impresses. The Milo pastry, filled with Milo cream, delivers nostalgic flavors with a modern bakery twist. The ginger creme brulee Danish combines multiple elements beautifully: the sweetness of creme brulee, the buttery crispiness of the pastry, and aromatic ginger notes that create a sophisticated flavor profile. The sambal bacon and cheese pan suite proves absolutely divine with its balance of texture and flavor. The standout dish is the vanilla cream and tomato pastry, a quason pastry glazed creation topped with buttermilk and parmesan cheese that sends the reviewer's taste buds into overdrive with its unexpected sweet and savory combination.
The Experience
The bakery atmosphere clearly resonates with the reviewer, who mentions the possibility of becoming a local very quickly. The establishment showcases beautiful coffee art, suggesting attention to detail in both pastries and beverages. The professional backgrounds of founders Miguel and Rianne, who previously worked at a three Michelin-star restaurant, is evident in the quality and creativity of the offerings.
Value & Pricing
Specific pricing information is not mentioned in the transcript, though the quality and craftsmanship suggest premium bakery pricing typical of upscale London establishments.
Notable Moments
Filipino bakeries will forever be the goats of bakeries.
I could honestly spend all week in this place.
This combination of sweet and savory sent my poor little taste buds through the roof.
The Verdict
Mahali Bakery represents the pinnacle of Filipino bakery excellence in London. With founders boasting Michelin-star experience and creative flavor combinations that push boundaries while respecting tradition, this bakery is perfect for anyone seeking authentic Filipino pastries with a premium touch. The reviewer's enthusiasm and assertion that Filipino bakeries are the best in the world speaks volumes about the quality found here.