Baby Bao

It had been a while since I’d enjoyed a @babybao_uk , so I was thrilled to see them host a one-off takeaway event at @earlsbrighton in Hove (owned by the same team) last Friday. They brought back all their iconic Bao Buns and sides, and it was every bit as incredible as I’d hoped!

Having perfected their craft since 2015, it’s no surprise that Baby Bao’s creations are second to none. Their homemade buns are irresistibly soft and packed with flavour. We tried a selection of three different buns, but the standout for me was their iconic Braised Pork Belly bao, featuring hoisin, pickled cucumber, peanuts, spring onion, and coriander. Even though I’ve had this before, it still managed to blow me away! The Pulled Chicken bao, with Korean sauce, mayo, pickled carrot, sesame, and coriander, was another strong contender—delicious and satisfying

We couldn’t resist trying all the sides, and a massive shoutout goes to the Fried Chicken with Dynamite Mayo. It packed a spicy punch, which I loved, and the chicken was perfectly crunchy and well-matched with the tangy mayo. The Pickled Smashed Cucumbers were also a refreshing and flavourful addition to the meal.

Overall, Baby Bao continues to nail it, and I’m so glad they’re back doing what they do best. I’m crossing my fingers that this might become a regular event—now that I’ve had a taste of these buns (and that fried chicken!) again, I absolutely need more in my life. Stay tuned for future dates (hopefully)!

On a side note, if you haven’t been to Earls in Hove, it’s a must-visit. They serve the best Banh Mi I’ve ever had and you can also get Bao Buns there every Friday lunch time too!