December 2010

Benefits of a bad economy

As 2010 draws to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the year...

Pie sales grow, contribution flat

Pies continue to be a popular dessert choice among Americans, particularly during the holidays...

California Raisin announces 13 bread competition winners

The California Raisin Marketing Board, Fresno, Calif., announced a baker’s dozen of winners in its third annual America’s Best Raisin Bread Contest...

Iverson wins UMBA decorating competition

Monica Iverson, Cakes by Monica, Vermillion, S.D., won the Ultimate Cake Decorating Competition sponsored by the Upper Midwest Bakers Association (UMBA)...

Wonderland Bakery begins nationwide rollout

Wonderland Bakery opened its new location and flagship store at The Grove in Los Angeles last month...

People in Baking

Baking industry movers and shakers...

Workbench

The Workbench with Klaus Tenbergen...

Formula Exchange

Golden raisin and apricot rugalach fromt eh California Raisin Marketing Board...

How to pipe your dragon

Customers of all ages will be drawn to this non-fire-breathing creature...

In-stores even the keel after tumultuous year

The year dawned with limited expectations in the in-store bakery market, but at its close, many operators are reaping the benefits of adjusting the price, size and quality of their bakery products...

Foodservice bakeries find new avenues to build brands

Through product development and strategic marketing, many of the Top 50 chains focus on the strengths of their brands to weather the economy...

Bakery finds faster way to ice

With the cupcake trend showing no signs of slowing, many bakers find themselves making thousands of the treats every month...

Zein corn protein may be ideal for gluten-free

Two scientists looking to replicate the texture of glutencontaining bread say corn protein is the next step in successful gluten-free bread making...

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