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”It may be a small oven, but to us, it was one of the most important purchases we had to make” When chefs Zachary and Amy Tyson set out to open their own bakery together, they had a clear vision about Boulangerie. Their bakery would reflect old world techniques and recipes and they would offer artisanal breads, a long-time passion for...

With the BabyDrop Cookie Depositor, we were able to increase our production from 1,000 to almost 6,000 macarons per day.” exclaimed Patrick. With the help of the Empire BabyDrop Cookie Depositor, this Cincinnati couple opened up two additional locations in under one year. With the BabyDrop Cookie Depositor, we were able to increase our production from 1,000 to almost 6,000 macarons...

“From start to finish, Empire’s service was great. The entire process was smooth and seamless!”  Kevin Phillips, Dir. of Ops Nestled in upstate Herkimer NY, Heidelberg Bread Company has been producing quality bread with all-natural ingredients for over 35 years.  They carry on this tradition in their new 28,000 sq./ft wholesale facility where they produce over 15 varieties of bread daily. Their new...

A very popular treat in France, macarons with their delicate texture and pretty colors are now making a hit in the U.S. La Maison du Macaron is the result of a long and passionate journey to create some of the finest pastries and most delicious Parisian macarons anywhere in the world. As the very first boutique in New York City dedicated to...

The pet treat market size was valued at 33.16 billion in 2021, according to research firm Grand View Research. According to industry trends and projections, the pet business will retain continued growth in the future. While the forecast is healthy across the board, certain segments in the pet industry are seeing a significant amount of growth. Natural products, in general...

We believe that perfectly crafted artisan bread is one of the world’s finest foods. We’re honored to work with so many talented chefs who share our vision of quality and commitment to integrity in artisan products. Baking artisan bread in particular is incredibly involved; the finished product can take hours, days, or even weeks to execute. We realize that not...

The first known mention of the bagel was in Poland around 1610, and to this day, we’re still enjoying this breakfast staple. Whether you like your bagel with a shmear or plain, one thing is undeniable… Bagels are delicious and here to stay! But how do you prefer your bagels? Not all bagels are made the same, there are two main...

Every year brings its own plethora of food trends that consumers can’t seem to get enough of, and 2018 is no exception. Here are the trends that everyone will be lining up for this year. Croissants with Delicious Fillings Laminated dough, the dough used to make pastries such as croissants will become a staple for bakeries in 2018. New fillings...

Geof Comings is bringing European style breads and pastries to Pittsburgh, PA.  Five Points Artisan Bakeshop is a family owned and operated artisan bakery located in Pittsburgh, PA. Owner Geof Comings, has been in business there for three years and in the industry for over a decade. His goal is to make the best European style breads possible, and to...

It’s not much of a surprise that we want to get rid of Partially Hydrated Oils and anything else that we can’t pronounce in our foods. Today a growing number of consumers are making this an absolute lifestyle change and not just another trend. These conscience choices of healthy eating have influenced the bread market, and the characteristics and components...