OSTER-PINZE – AUSTRIAN EASTER BREAD WITH A BLESSING

Hier geht's zur deutschen Version dieses Posts Looking for a seasonal specialty for my customers at A&B Naturals, I came upon an Italian Christmas bread, Pinza, that, after crossing the border to Austria, switched holidays - and turned into Easter bread, Pinze.After a solemn blessing in the church, this lovely Styrian Easter bread (often adorned … Continue reading OSTER-PINZE – AUSTRIAN EASTER BREAD WITH A BLESSING →

PAIN À LA BIÈRE – ALSATIAN BEER BREAD

Hier geht's zu deutschen Version diese PostsAlsatia is famous for its happy marriage between French and German cuisine, as shown in Choucroute, Zwiebelkuchen and Alsatian Apple Torte. It produces top Rieslings, but brews lots of beer, too. It's also home of one of my favorite authors: Tomi Ungerer, known for his quirky, illustrated books for … Continue reading PAIN À LA BIÈRE – ALSATIAN BEER BREAD →

100% WHOLE WHEAT CINNAMON SWIRL BREAD

Hier geht's zur deutschen Version dieses PostsOur ABC April project came just in time to alleviate a bout of winter blues. While my mother in Hamburg told me about blooming forsythias and crocuses, we hunkered down for yet another blizzard.Usually not the greatest fan of sweet breads, I even might have skipped Hanaâ's pick, 100% … Continue reading 100% WHOLE WHEAT CINNAMON SWIRL BREAD →