While developing this recipe, I reflected on a trip to Frankfurt in 2018, where I sipped on the region’s famous Apfelwein — a cider-like fermented apple drink served chilled in small ceramic jugs.

This July, we're drifting slightly from our mix of traditional and innovative Mexican recipes as we delve into the world of tea cakes. Traditionally from Europe and Scandinavia, tea cakes are the ...

As we embark on this journey through the culinary world, I'm thrilled to introduce you to a delightful blend of tradition and innovation, where cherished recipes evolve to embrace modern tastes and ...

This recipe showcases the pumpkin spice concha, a twist on an iconic Mexican sweet bread. The traditional concha is a direct descendant of the French brioche and has a sweet, slightly crispy topping ...

With decades of R&D and hands-on experience across retail, corporate, and family bakeries, I’ve mastered the art of crafting exceptional bread and pastries. As both a seasoned bread scientist and ...

Hi, I am Alissandro “Alex” Peña, a California native, a former Marine, a passionate Master Baker, a trained culinary chef, and a professional bread scientist. My platform, Baking Evolution is about ...

I probably don’t have to tell you that these are perfect for Pride celebrations. For the brightest, most vibrant colors for your rainbow conchas, use “electric” or “neon” food coloring gel instead of ...

El Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead), dates to ancient indigenous traditions, as far back as the 900 A.D. when the Toltec people ruled Central Mexico. The Aztecs continued similar rituals to that ...

“Baking is the most rewarding part of my culinary experiences.” ...

Another amazing woman, who played an integral role in my baking evolution was my mother, Rosalia Romero Peña. (She’s in the last photo dated August 1961.) My mother was from Colonia el Valle, ...

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Also known as conos or ice cream cones, these pastries are typically served cold as the pastry cream requires it. Barquillo or little boat is crafted using puff dough strands that are wrapped around a ...