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      When it comes to coffee and baked goods, quality and flavour take top priority. In a fast-paced world where convenience trumps quality, I took a bold decision over a year ago, I wanted to to slow everything down and embrace the art of handcrafting everything from scratch and by hand.  Baking a small but crafted range of baked goods using fresh, local, and natural ingredients, I aimed to create a range of bakes that not only satisfied taste buds but also reassured you of our commitment to quality.At the heart of our baking philosophy lies the slow process...

  Are you a baking enthusiast looking to take your cupcake decorating skills to the next level? Look no further! We are thrilled to announce a series of upcoming cupcake decorating workshops that will help you unleash your creativity and create stunning edible masterpieces. What's more, we have a special workshop aimed at children, ensuring a fun and educational experience for our little bakers-in-the-making. Join us for an unforgettable cupcake adventure!Cupcake Decorating for Grown UpsDate: Sunday 24 SeptemberTime: 10amLocation: In Store (16 Red Lion Yard, Colchester CO1 1DX)In this introductory workshop, participants will learn the basics of cupcake decorating. From perfecting piping...

In a world where mass-produced products dominate the retail landscape, there is an undeniable craving for unique and handcrafted creations. Customers yearn for products that reflect individuality, support local talent, and tell a story. We recognise this demand and are thrilled to announce our new retail opportunity for local creators and makers. We invite you to join us in transforming our shelves and retail space into a haven of one-of-a-kind treasures that will captivate the hearts of customers. From fresh flowers to stylish puppy apparel, exquisite greetings cards, children's clothes, aromatic candles, wax melts, bath bombs, or fabric gifts, our...

In today’s fast-paced world, convenience and sustainability are becoming increasingly important. At Victoria Yum, we are excited to announce our innovative solution that combines both these factors: our brand-new local bun delivery service using eCargo bikes! With this eco-friendly approach, we aim to revolutionise the way we deliver our delicious baked goods to our valued customers while minimising our carbon footprint.The team behind Colchester eCargo offer a greener alternative to traditional delivery methods, this aligns with our commitment to sustainability. These pedal-assisted bikes are equipped with spacious cargo compartments specially designed to transport our our baked goods safely and securely. By replacing conventional vehicles...

It's that time of year again. As the warm sun shines and holidays beckon, the summer season brings a sense of tranquility to our surroundings. We have become expert at adapting to the changing rhythms of life, particularly over the past 3 years. With that in mind, we have made a the difficult decision to reduce our opening hours over the summer months. This adjustment allows us to align our services to meet the quieter demand during this time. In this blog post, we want to provide you with insights into our decision and assure you that our commitment to delicious bakes...