Nov 9, 2022
Flour (or whole grains), water, salt, and yeast – four simple
ingredients that in the hands of an accomplished baker can result
in one of the most revered food experiences known to mankind. A
loaf of bread, the symbol of friendship, of coming together, of
sharing with our friends, family, and even adversaries is a magical
product.
Since the early days of formalized cooking, bread has been
represented by every culture in the world from the tortilla of
Mexico, to dense pumpernickel from Germany and Scandinavia, pita
from the Middle East, naan from Southeast Asia, crusty baguettes
and boules from France, popovers from England, sourdough from
California, chapati from Africa, Focaccia from Italy, and arepa
cornbread from South America – these are the breads that serve as
the foundation for a country’s cuisine – an integral part of their
culture.
In the United States our bread is an amalgamation of all that the
rest of the world offers. Over the past few decades, we have become
aware of the importance of quality bread, in all its forms and have
slowly begun to learn how the artisans behind it approach the
process of turning those simple ingredients into magical products.
Join us at CAFÉ Talks Podcast for a wonderful discussion with Randy
George of Red Hen Bakery about the bread that he loves, has learned
to master, and how the life of the baker can be incredibly
rewarding.