Not Edinburgh or Glasgow - City bakery crowned 'best in Scotland' for fourth time

"We honestly can’t quite believe we’re writing this again."12:00, 19 Aug 2026A renowned Scottish city bakery has been crowned the "best in Scotland" as part of a national food and drink ceremony. The popular bakery and coffee shop specialises in a wide range of handmade sourdough bread and cakes, while it also offers a full sit-down café menu.‌The Food Awards Scotland 2026 were held on Monday, August 17, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central. The yearly awards celebrate the best businesses and individuals across Scotland's culinary industry, and bring together leading figures from the country's food, drink, and hospitality sectors.‌The winner of the prestigious Artisan Bakery of the Year prize at the Food Awards Scotland 2026 was Vera Artisan Bakery in Stirling, taking home the award