The London Food Podcast

What Makes a Great Bakery: Bread Ahead Founder Matthew Jones


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What bread should you get? What's the ultimate coffee + pastry combo? How has London's food scene changed post-pandemic? Why are bakeries so good for us? What defines a London bakery? How should you consume a mince pie? How can you become a great baker too? We're biting off A LOT in the first episode.


Matthew Jones founded London's viral bakery Bread Ahead. They've up millions upon millions of views for their Creme Brûlée doughnuts alone. Bread Ahead's main location is in the heart of Borough Market, one of the most iconic food spots in the city, with an 11 year history.


Matthew has been in the industry since 1986, working alongside the likes of Shaun Hill, Simon Hopkinson and John Torode in restaurants including Bibendum, Pont de la Tour, Quaglino’s and finally as Head Pastry and Bakery Chef at Mezzo.


If you're interested in signing up to one of Bread Ahead's courses, you can find more here.

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