Business Details
29 Years
experience
Artisan Bakery in Brighton | Real Patisserie
Founded in 1997 by Paris-trained patissier Alastair Gourlay, Real Patisserie has built a reputation for crafting high-quality artisan bread using time-honoured techniques and superior ingredients. Our commitment to authenticity is reflected in every loaf, from the iconic Chewy Brown to our slow-fermented sourdoughs, all made with patience and care. We prioritise ethical sourcing, supporting local and artisanal suppliers while maintaining honest pricing.With decades of combined experience, our team blends traditional baking expertise with modern innovation to deliver products that meet diverse dietary needs, including vegan and gluten-reduced options. We uphold rigorous quality standards, ensuring freshness and transparency in all our offerings, from daily bread to custom catering solutions.
Services
Artisan Bread
Pastries
Catering
Cakes
Lunch
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in artisan baking.
- Our bread uses time-honoured techniques and premium ingredients.
- We support local and ethical suppliers.
- We offer vegan, gluten-reduced, and allergen-friendly options.
- Our team includes Paris-trained patissiers with specialist expertise.
Services
Artisan Bread
Our artisan breads are crafted using traditional fermentation methods and premium flours. Each loaf, from the iconic Chewy Brown to sourdoughs, is baked fresh daily. We prioritise slow proving times to enhance flavour and texture, offering options like rye, spelt, and multicereal varieties. All breads use quality ingredients with transparent allergen labelling.
Custom Catering
We provide tailored catering solutions for events, including breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea packages. Options range from savoury platters with quiches and mini sandwiches to sweet selections of tarts and macarons. Orders require advance notice, with delivery and pickup options available across Brighton and surrounding areas.
Specialty Pastries
Our pastries include croissants, pain au chocolat, and vegan alternatives, all made with buttery, flaky dough. Seasonal items like blackcurrant & blueberry cruffins and savoury options like almond croissants are available. We cater to dietary needs with vegan and gluten-reduced choices, ensuring freshness and quality in every bite.
Celebration Cakes
We create bespoke celebration cakes for birthdays and events, featuring layers like vanilla mousse, chocolate feuilletine, and lemon buttercream. Options include vegan and gluten-reduced recipes, with sizes from individual portions to large 12-portion tiers. Cakes require refrigeration and careful transport to maintain presentation.
Lunch Offerings
Our lunch menu features freshly prepared sandwiches, quiches, and salads in Brighton shops. Options include meat, vegetarian, and vegan dishes, with daily specials like coronation chickpeas and mallorcan roasted vegetables. Customers can order via phone or Deliveroo for convenience.
Questions
What allergens are present in your products?
Our products contain cereals with gluten (wheat, rye, barley), nuts, dairy, eggs, and soya. Full allergen details are listed for each item.
Can I pre-order products for pickup?
Yes, pre-orders are available online or by phone with 3 days' notice for cakes and 48–72 hours for tarts. Bread and pastries can be ordered daily.
Do you offer vegan and gluten-free options?
We provide vegan croissants, pain au chocolat, and gluten-reduced breads. Some items, like blackberry tarts, are naturally vegan-friendly.
Are your catering services available for events?
Yes, we offer catering packages for events, including platters, hampers, and custom menus. Minimum orders apply for bulk items like mini pastries and quiches.
How should I store your cakes after purchase?
Our cakes contain fresh cream and should be refrigerated immediately. Transport them carefully to maintain their structure and freshness.
Reviews (5)
Luke Flegg
Jan 09, 2022
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Exceptionally good bread, pastries of all kinds, hot and cold drinks and many delicious savoury things too from sandwiches to quiches. Locally sourced quality produce and really pretty reasonable prices for such quality food. It's funny because Paul is supposedly a French franchise but would sooner go to Real Patisserie any day. I would even take a French person here.
Sue Christophers
Jul 25, 2021
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A must for any visitor to Brighton! Great sourdough breads and fabulous sweet treats. Love, love, love!
K. South
Jun 27, 2021
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Fantastic pastry, helpful staff, a range of locally made preserves (jams, marmalades etc) that make excellent gifts, and really good prices.
Stelios Milonakis
Sep 27, 2020
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They listen to the customer as proven by recent enhancements to their shops! Thank you for reinstating slicing on demand. Very welcome service. ❤️
Paola Walker
Sep 13, 2020
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We’ve just finished a huge strawberry tart that I ordered for my son’s birthday. Just delicious!!!
