Bakers to Know

Mark Furstenberg on Dark-Crusted Bread

Mark Furstenberg on Dark-Crusted Bread

Master bread baker Mark Furstenberg talks about his signature dark-crusted bread and offers tips for achieving its texture and flavor at home. Mark Furstenberg is passionate...
Jessica Reed on Baking by Weight

Jessica Reed on Baking by Weight

Graphic designer by day, baker and author of The Baker’s Appendix (Clarkson Potter, 2016) by night, experienced baker Jessica Reed weighs in on baking with grams. We have...
William Werner on Caramel - Bake From Scratch

William Werner’s Secret to Perfect Caramels

By Jennifer V. Cole William Werner, the sugar genius behind San Francisco’s Craftsman and Wolves, dishes on the secret to perfect caramels.  Why is caramel so...

8 Bread Bakers You Should Know

By Sophia Jones Keep an eye on these artisan bread bakers who are infusing heart and soul into their rustic breads. These bakers pay meticulous...
Dominique Ansel restaurant tables overlooking cityscape

The Cronut Domination: Dominique Ansel

By Julia Bainbridge Kronuts, Doughsants, Croughnuts, Doissants. These are just four of the country's sugary handfuls of Cronut imposters.  The Cronut, a confection so special it...
Thomas Keller on Chocolate Chip Cookies

Thomas Keller on Chocolate Chip Cookies

No matter who you are, homemade chocolate chip cookies are the great equalizer. We spoke with chef Thomas Keller, arguably one of the most...
Triple-chocolate Pie

Triple-Chocolate Pie

Some days require chocolate; others call for triple chocolate. A crunchy, press-in crust is filled with a silky bittersweet chocolate custard and a fluffy,...