Chef Gauri Nafrey

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About Chef Gauri Nafrey

Gauri Nafrey is the founder and director of Bridge Baker, an award-winning independent bakery located in West London. Known for its scratch-made artisan bread, pastries, cakes, and stone-baked pizzas, Bridge Baker has become a popular neighbourhood favourite. Nafrey transitioned from a career in banking to become an entrepreneur and investor in the food and beverage industry.

★Awards & Recognition

★Business Woman of the Year at the SME Lo… (2026)★Three Great Taste Awards for Bridge Bake… (2026)

Chef Timeline

2018-11

Founded Bridge Baker

Bridge Baker

Opened Bridge Baker at 124 Wandsworth Bridge Road, London.

2025-11-04

Featured in London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham News

Bridge Baker

Article titled 'Meet Bridge Baker founder Gauri Nafrey' published.

2026

Received Business Woman of the Year Award

Recognized at the SME London Business Awards.

2026-08-18

Bridge Baker received Great Taste Awards

Bridge Baker

Awarded three Great Taste Awards, including one for pains au chocolat.

Present

Undertaking EIS Fundraise

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Key Information

Gauri Nafrey is the founder and director of Bridge Baker, an award-winning independent bakery located in West London. Known for its scratch-made artisan bread, pastries, cakes, and stone-baked pizzas, Bridge Baker has become a popular neighbourhood favourite. Nafrey transitioned from a career in banking to become an entrepreneur and investor in the food and beverage industry.

Customer Perception

While specific customer reviews are not detailed, Bridge Baker is described as a 'true neighbourhood favourite' and 'award-winning,' suggesting high customer satisfaction and quality products, particularly its artisan bread and pastries.

Cuisine Highlights

Artisan BreadHandmade PastriesStone-baked Pizzas

News

In November 2025, the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham featured an article 'Meet Bridge Baker founder Gauri Nafrey,' detailing her journey and the success of her bakery.
An August 2026 social media post highlighted Bridge Baker's achievement of three Great Taste Awards, including one for their pains au chocolat, and Gauri Nafrey's recognition as Business Woman of the Year 2026.

Restaurants by chef

Bridge Baker

Iconic dishes

Pains au chocolat (Award-winning)

Additional Details

Gauri Nafrey is a passionate foodie and baker who lives in Parsons Green, London. Her background as an ex-banker highlights a significant career change driven by her passion for food and hospitality. She is also an entrepreneur and investor, currently undertaking an EIS fundraise for Bridge Baker.

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