Better late than never (and after a prompt from our ever efficient lady in the know, Emma), LN’s resident food neurotic took a trip up Charlotte Place to sample this newish gluten-free bakery simply called Beyond Bread.

The bakery-cum-cafe frontage on Charlotte Place

Opened in January to be (they say): “A culinary pioneer who – through a range of naturally gluten-free foods – inspires you on a journey to discover new, yet familiar tastes.” It would seem rude not to indulge.

The busy interior with artisan breads on show

And indulge I did - a chicken and tarragon quiche with salad (for £7.50) and an OMG-I-can’t-believe-it chocolate and custard twist with a sugary glaze. Which as you can seem, was awful…

A chocolate and custard danish post-eating

The shop is open 6 days a week for breakfast and lunch selling a range of goods to take away or eat in (sandwiches, cakes, mince pies, pastries, quiches and loaves), fresh coffee, cold pressed juices and a few other bits and bobs (gluten-free granola for example). They also do dairy-free and vegan.

This is the type of venture that we whole heartedly agree with - and it seems others agree too as the place was nicely busy when we called in. I’ll be back.

www.beyondbread.co.uk 2 Charlotte Place, Fitzrovia, London W1T 1SB.