British Cookery School Awards 2013 – Best Specialist Cookery School & Best Tutor - Finalist

We are delighted to be recognised for teaching which is an integral part of Cinnamon Square. We are passionate about sharing knowledge with both adults & children and to inspire others to bake.

World Bread Awards 2013 - Ricky Sticky Bun - Winner

We are delighted to announce our Ricky Sticky Bun, launched in May 2013, won the speciality category at the World Bread Awards.

The judges used just one word to sum up their evaluation of the product - ‘awesome.’

World Bread Award 2013 – Cottage Loaf – Finalist

National Cupcake Championship 2013 – Pecan Passion Cupcake – Winner

Winning the Free From category was a personal achievement for Cinnamon Square Baker, Hazel Carmichael.

She developed the gluten and lactose free Pecan Passion Cupcake and wooed the judges with its tantalising taste.

Baking Industry Awards 2013 - Craft Business Award - Finalist

'We are delighted again to be recognised as one of the best craft bakeries in the country.

As a relatively small family business this recognition is a massive accomplishment for both myself and my team' said Paul Barker.

Baking Industry Awards 2010 - Craft Business Award - Finalist

"To be a finalist in any of our awards categories is a great achievement and Cinnamon Square has shown that they are among the very best.”

“We are delighted to be finalists in this category. To be recognised as one of the best craft bakeries in the country is an honour” said Tricia Barker.

Baking Industry Awards 2007 - Best Marketing Award - Winner

The judges were particularly impressed with the “off-beat name” and its brave signature product, the US-inspired Cinnamon Square itself.

Tricia says the success of the family-orientated business, a combination of quality coffee shop and training academy for all ages, relies on marketing its superb products and service.
Customers are also encouraged to look into the kitchen to see what’s baking.

Baking Industry Awards 2007 - The Skills Achievement Award - Winner

Paul Barker studied in his own time, then took on a full-time technical course while working (voluntarily) one day a week at the Campden & Chorleywood Food Research Association. He went on to work at Puratos and United Biscuits and the judges were impressed with the way he had effectively contributed to the growth of all his employers.

He opened his own business and his passion for applying his acquired bakery skills helped establish a new brand. The bakery/patisserie, described as having a ‘City’ feel, is aimed at families. While parents enjoy a sophisticated coffee and a signature Cinnamon Square, children can decorate cookies, or even hold their own baking birthday party! Bakery courses are also offered.

Great Taste Awards for Exceptional Quality foods

2007 - Cinnamon Square Signature Buns

2008 - Mince Pies

2010 - Wheat and Rye Sourdough Bread

The Independent Newspaper Top 50 Food Shops

Cinnamon Square was one of only 10 food shops hand-picked for the Bakery and Confectionery section. The panel was made up of 5 reputable food specialists and Philip Lowery, founder of the Read Food Festival selected Cinnamon Square. He was particularly impressed to find a proper baker who sells the benefits of long fermentation times in bread production.