Try classic patisserie with a Japanese twist at Kichiya, London Fields' new bakery

It certainly feels as though London's bakery scene is in the ascendancy at the moment, and the arrival of Kichiya in London Fields is only going to add to that. Baker Ayako Takei trained in formal French patisserie at Le Cordon Bleu over a decade ago and worked at Honey & Co, but has also built up a fanbase selling cakes and pastries at street markets and via direct sales.

Now Aya is opening her first cake shop and cafe, in London Fields. Kichiya on Mentmore Terrace will serve up her classic European pastries with an authentic Japanese twist. Think matcha shortbreads, black sesame sablés, soufflé cheesecakes and Mont Blanc dorayaki.

There will be a couple of benches inside and outside if you want to linger, with a drinks list of matcha, hojicha and speciality coffee. She's also promising soft serve.