You Had Me at Brioche!
Baking used to terrify me. Granted it was before I had a KitchenAid standing mixer, which can make a newbie baker feel like a professional, but there were just too many rules and it freaked…
There’s a bagel in all of us
The best bagels are so much more than pieces of bread. For me, a solid bagel is an experience. A memory of cultural musings, the celebration of which, honors its centuries in existence with every…
Friggin Focaccia! with Roasted Tomatoes & Onions
Although it might not look like it when I realize the bread dough needs another friggin hour to rise and I’m yelling obscenities from the kitchen and the dinner guests are starting to arrive and…
Birthday Dinner at State Bird Provisions
OMG! In 20 minutes my 31st birthday will be over and the one gift I promised to give myself was this blog. The blog my friends and family have been rolling their eyes at me…