Is there anything better than the first bite into a deliciously squishy bao? Also known as ‘steamed buns’ or ‘baozi’, if you haven’t tried these Taiwanese-inspired warm, fluffy treats of stuffing wrapped inside a sweet white dough, you are seriously missing out.

Luckily, there are plenty of spots across the city that serve up the perfect bao whether you like yours topped with charred beef brisket, marinated tofu or Katsu-flavoured aubergine. The flavour possibilities really are endless.

From Mr Bao to Flesh & Buns, this is where you’ll find the best bao in London. Thank us later.

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