As the holiday season comes to an end, having indulged on every dessert from Grandma’s pumpkin pie to the neighborhood bakery’s decadent treats, take a moment to reflect on some of the world’s most celebrated sweets, both old and new. 2013 was a signature year for desser t comebacks, bringing back some of the world’s… Read more »
Every morning in New York City around 6:00a.m., a two-hour line forms outside Dominique Ansel’s Bakery with eager tourists and residents waiting to get their hands on the croissant-doughnut mashup that has exploded in popularity since May. The Cronut™ has become the most virally talked-about dessert item in history, and as a self-admitted sucker for… Read more »
Imagine a time when a decadent slice of chocolate cake was placed in front of you. Did you indulge? Or did you pass because that piece of cake was not organic, low-calorie or in plain terms, healthy? Most likely, you indulged. Maybe not the entire slice, but you at least took a bite. And I… Read more »
The entire world has gone gourmet. The “foodie” movement is growing and reaching new heights in all corners of the world. More and more people are embracing the idea of making food and experience – taking note of flavors, textures, aromas, and ingredients in everyday foods and beverages. Beer microbreweries have blossomed because consumers were… Read more »
The world of pastries and desserts is a world of intrigue and craftsmanship. Desserts have been around for ages; and yet, they continue to evolve through time as chefs and dessert makers become more and more creative and daring in their ingredients and methods. Some of these creations are truly works of art, created from… Read more »
The value of formal education continues to be a widely debated topic among culinary professionals. Some of the industry’s most revered chefs have risen through the ranks of a family-owned bakery or restaurant, while others studied at some of the best culinary institutions around the world. So what is it that makes chefs and culinary… Read more »
