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On these pages, we have grouped several in-depth articles on key topics related to pastry and baking, as well as on some raw materials considered to be of primary importance.
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WAKE UP: Croissant, the pleasure of breakfastCroissants, in Italy often also called cornetti (small horns) or incorrectly referred to as brioche, are the classic breakfast treat for many of us.Often ..
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A PRECIOUS ALLY: TurmericTurmeric, or "Curcuma longa", is a member of the ginger family and is primarily cultivated in Asia. Its rhizome is not only the source of one of the finest culinary spices but..
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THE ART OF BREAD: It Starts with YeastBaking bread has always been an art, and today, more and more enthusiasts are embracing it at home to delight their families. Not to mention, there’s the joy of f..
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PUFF PASTRY: The Dough of Excellence!In the past, puff pastry was considered the ultimate base dough in pastry making. Even today, it remains the foundation for beloved desserts like cannoli, palmiers..
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PUFF PASTRY: Let's Discover How It's MadePreparing puff pastry is harder to describe than to actually do, although honestly, there might be a bit of hesitation at first.To make puff pastry, two doughs..
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BREAD MIXES: Why Do They Exist?A common question we often hear is: why use bread mixes? This question usually stems from concerns about using something artificial, unnatural, or of low quality. In thi..
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GLUTEN AND CELIAC DISEASE: Understanding the Reasons[WHAT IS GLUTEN?]Gluten is the protein component found in cereals, primarily in soft wheat flour and durum wheat semolina. It is also present in flo..
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SPELT WHEAT: A Grain Worth RediscoveringIn 2018, European legislation renamed spelt as "spelt wheat". This classification, particularly relevant in the context of allergies, emphasizes its belonging t..
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A NATURAL IDEAL SUPPLEMENT: Spirulina AlgaeSpirulina algae, scientifically known as Arthrospira platensis, is a freshwater alga. Its properties were already recognized by the Aztecs and Mayans in pre-..
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THE STORY OF A BELOVED DESSERT: The CroissantThe origin of many desserts is often shrouded in mystery, their histories lost in the centuries and traditions passed down through generations, sometimes ..
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PALM OIL: Let’s Try to Understand It WellIn 2015, one of the most discussed topics in both TV debates and at home was the "infamous" palm oil, a vegetable oil that has been criticized on various front..
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INGREDIENT: L-Ascorbic Acid, or Vitamin C? In many labels for bread mixes and leavened products, you'll find an ingredient called L-ascorbic acid, identified in the European additive numbering system ..
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EASY AND QUICK: How to Make Custard CreamThere are many recipes for making custard cream, but the basic ingredients remain the same: milk, sugar, egg yolks, flour, and a pinch of flavoring. Then, eve..
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CUSTARD: When Does It Truly Become… Cream?Custard or pastry cream is undoubtedly the queen of desserts! It is the perfect complement for countless cakes and pastries—puff pastries, cream puffs, donuts..
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A BREAD FRIENDLY TO THE HEART: Discover the Red Bread.Here’s an exciting new addition to our tables: RED BREAD, visually appealing with its unique color of both the crumb and the crust, delightful to ..
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BUCKWHEAT: A Pleasant RediscoveryBuckwheat (or “black wheat”) is a wild plant of Asian origin, from a vast territory spanning Siberia, Tibet, the Himalayas, and Manchuria. It arrived in Europe during ..
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ANCIENT GRAIN: RyeRye is a mountain grain, currently undergoing widespread reevaluation due to the rediscovery of its excellent nutritional properties.Its origins seem to date back 2,000 years in Asi..
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FOR OUR DIET: Many Interesting SeedsOilseeds are caloric elements, yet they are increasingly introduced into diets and recommended by naturopaths and nutritionists to address deficiencies caused by mo..
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An interesting line of products in our assortment is PASTICCERIA ZERO,
a selection of mixes sweetened with erythritol instead of sugar
(i.e., sucrose, which results from the combination of glu..
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WHEN THE STEAM IS GOOD: Beware of steam!We’re not talking about steam from a coffee pot or pasta pot! This is about the steam essential for good bread baking. Let’s understand why it’s so important. ..