Ask any Londoner (even Scrooge) out there and they'll tell you there's one thing about the Christmas season they really love: mince pies.
Here are some of the most irresistible - and unusual - mince pies you'll find in London this festive season.
Gorgeously flaky, with the perfect ratio of spiced fruit filling to crumbly pastry and a wonderfully satisfying sprinkling of Demerara sugar, the GAIL's mince pie is the one that cheers you up when you most need it. Thankfully, they can be purchased in packs of six to ensure you stay cheery all day long (£1.65 apiece, or six for £8.80)
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See, we knew mince pies were a viable breakfast option. This croissant from PAUL (£2.55) is filled with sweet mincemeat and dusted with icing sugar and is sure to give you a festive spring in your step each morning.
Nothing says Christmas in London like Fortnum's - their new confectionery space is one to visit - and the new Mince Pie Liqueur Selection teams buttery and boozy to perfection. You can sample Fortnum's cassis, blackcurrant flavoured pies, Spiced Honey Vodka, Pusser's Navy Rum with the lingering scent of caramel and Cherry Ripe Liqueur for a sweet finish. Digestifs sorted, then.
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Because the only thing that can improve a mince pie is adding chocolate to it, and Paul A. Young does that masterfully by placing his award-winning fudgy brownie atop a buttery mince pie, with cognac and ale soaked mincemeat (£2.95).
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These charming reindeer mince pies from Dominique Ansel team a flaky, buttery crust with brandy-soaked mince meat, clementine jam and a hint of cider for mince pie perfection. There's even an edible Rudolph in the centre... and they couldn't be any cuter. Dominique Ansel, we do love you so. £18 for a box of five.
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These are proper mince pies that have earned a well-deserved reputation as London's finest. Perfect for lovers of pastry, Bread Ahead also offers mince pie workshops, so you can attempt to recreate this deliciousness on your own time.
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This season, look out for Konditor's vegan mince pie, filled with spiced mincemeat and featuring a flaky crust dusted in icing sugar. It's just as buttery and delectable as the original, minus the dairy. Perfect on their own, or buy as a box of 12 when you head over to your next Christmas drinks party.
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Stuffed with fruit, and booze, and general deliciousness, these are substantial enough to enjoy for breakfast or lunch. Which means you can have four, naturally.
Gorgeously stuffed with spiced, moreish mincemeat in crumbly vanilla pie crust, Melrose and Morgan's mince pies are well worth a trip to Primrose Hill or Hampstead. Better yet, you can order them as part of a delectable Christmas hamper gift - ideal for your festive host and hostess or as a lovely treat for your own family. The Festive Tea Hamper (£45) includes mince pies, stollen bites, gingerbread stars and snowflakes, English breakfast tea and a chocolate coin.
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