London offers a diverse bakery scene that spans continents in its flavors and traditions. This gastronomic tour of the city’s best buns brings a delightful array of textures and tastes to satisfy any palate. Here are nine must-try buns, from the aromatic to the indulgently sweet:

1. Swedish Kanelbullar at Fabrique Bakery — This gem located in Hoxton nails the classic Swedish cinnamon roll. Their kanelbullar is an exemplar of perfect balance, with just the right amount of cardamom-spiced filling and a stickily sweet glaze.

2. Sourdough Buns at St. JOHN Bakery — For the traditionalists, St. JOHN offers delectably chewy sourdough buns that are famous city-wide. These buns have a beautiful tang followed by a comforting softness that only sourdough can provide.

3. Chocolate and Cardamom Buns at The Dusty Knuckle Bakery — Nestled in Dalston, The Dusty Knuckle’s chocolate and cardamom combination is an aromatic masterpiece that surprises with every bite with its gorgeous melange of flavors.

4. Portuguese Custard Tarts at Lisboa Patisserie — Okay, not exactly a bun, but the pastel de nata from Lisboa Patisserie deserves mention for its flaky crust and rich, creamy center—a Portuguese delight not be missed.

5. Matcha Buns at WA Cafe — WA Cafe presents an east-meets-west fusion with their soft, pillowy buns filled with a vibrant green matcha cream—a refreshing change of pace from your ordinary sweet treat.

6. Vegan Cinnamon Buns at Rinkoff Deli — Cruelty-free and completely delicious, these vegan cinnamon buns from Rinkoff Deli in Whitechapel show that decadence can be achieved without any animal products.

7. Hot Cross Buns at GAIL’s Bakery — An Easter tradition for many, GAIL’s hot cross buns are available year-round, packed with fruit and spices; perfectly enjoyed toasted with a slather of butter.

8. Char Siu Bao at Golden Gate Cake Shop — In the heart of Chinatown, Golden Gate serves up amazingly soft and fluffy char siu bao (BBQ pork bun) with a savory sweet filling that is both satisfying and addictive.

9. Salted Caramel & Pecan Sticky Buns at Brick House Bakery — For those who like it sticky and sweet, the salted caramel & pecan sticky buns from Brick House are drenched in gooey caramel goodness topped with crunchy pecans for a satisfying textural contrast.

Whether you’re after something warm and comforting or decadently sweet, London’s bakeries have it all. Make sure to visit these spots for some of the capital’s finest baked goods!