How bakeries are transforming Bryant Park
Few public spaces in New York have seen monumental turnarounds like Bryant Park. What once was a wasteland in midtown Manhattan, what was given to abandoned or drug addicts has become one of the city’s most desirable commercial and entertainment destinations. In early Aughts, biennial fashion week helped seduce cultural crowds. And new arrivals like […]
High egg prices put a pinch on Louisiana bakeries ahead of Mardi Gras
The egg price was Mardi Gras The rise in egg prices was a result of the higher ingredients, which means that Mardi Gras. In less than two weeks, hundreds of thousands of people are expected to take part in the Big Easy Carnival celebration. During carnival season, people roll down the streets and look for […]
Why French bakeries are opening on the Upper East Side
The French are invading the Upper East Side with their croissants, macarons, and other sweet treats. In the space of about a year, the neighborhood recently said “bonjour” to three French bakeries along Lexington Avenue: Aux Merveilleux de Fred, Patisserie Vanessa and Angelina. “There’s a new French vibe going on with all these up-and-coming spots […]
Is old sourdough starter bad? Many bakeries use the same sourdough starter for hundreds of years
Sourdough recipes, especially bread, have become a popular trend in recent years. To bake a sourdough recipe, you first need to prepare a sourdough starter. Sourdough starter, often referred to as “mother dough”, is used to ferment the dough instead of using yeast as the active ingredient. Bake the perfect sourdough bread with tips from […]
Fat Tuesday in New Orleans brings bakeries huge demand for King Cakes
Carnival season is here in New Orleans, and there are long lines outside local bakeries and inside, employees are selling king cakes, the colorful seasonal dessert that has exploded in popularity over the past few years. It’s buzzing with activity as they work hard to meet customer demand for pastries. “Mardi Gras is the busiest […]