2023 Winners Announced!

A brioche loaf has been crowned Britain’s Best Loaf 2023

Made by Kuma-San Bakehouse from Matlock in Derbyshire, the Brioche Japonais fought off stiff competition from more than 150 loaves across seven categories – Flavoured Sourdough, Gluten Free, Innovation, International, Plain Sourdough, White, and Wholegrain.

The loaf, which took the top spot in the Innovation category, was praised by the judges for its outstanding use of ingredients, wonderful texture, and decadent white chocolate inclusions, which the judges said remained almost gooey to deliver a wonderful eating experience.

It was crowned at the Britain’s Best Loaf competition, which took place at the UK Food & Drink Shows on Tuesday 25 April. The competition was sponsored by ADM Milling, Bako, Brook Food & Bakery Equipment, and Lesaffre UK.

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Winning a Britain’s Best Loaf award is a fantastic way to promote your business, and help it grow to new heights. It’s also a great way to recognise and reward your team for their hard work and dedication. You can find out more and register your interest by clicking the button below.

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Testimonials

“It took a while for the news to sink in. But not it has, we are completely over the moon... We’re already planning for next year when it’ll be bigger and even more anticipated.”

Winner of Britain’s Best Loaf 2020

Peter Cook Founder Peter Cooks Bread

“This year it’s been particularly hard for teams up and down the country... Doing awards like this and winning is a massive pick-me-up for the team.”

Winner of the White category and Highly Commended in Sourdough With Other Ingredients and Plain Sourdough 2020

Daniel Nemeth Owner Seasons Bakery

“We’ve had many congratulations and many cards. It’s a small town so for me it helps to promote the town as well.”

Winner and Highly Commended in the Wholemeal category 2020

Krzysztof Bieszka Owner The Baking Room

“I was a little bit surprised [that we won]. But the win was validation that we’re on the right track.”

Winner of Sourdough With Other Ingredients category 2020

Charlie Pell Apprentice Baker Country Style Foods