The smallest bird on the planet, some hummingbirds grow to only reach the size of a pencil eraser tip. This expertly run and classically outfitted American bakery follows suit by preparing those small goodies—cupcakes, cookies and brownies—that leave us blissfully buzzing in a big way.

Since the bakery’s opening in 2004 the Hummingbird empire has spread across London with shops now in South Kensington’s Old Brompton Rd, Soho’s Wardour St and East London’s Frying Pan Alley. The smallest of the fleet, the original Notting Hill bakery is just as sweet as the cupcakes it sells.

With a range of delectable treats—in particular a sinfully good red velvet cake lathered with cream cheese frosting—the only shame in the experience is for our waist sizes, as these generously portioned cakes are more the size of plump toads.