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Pizza. Invented in Naples, Italy in the 16th century and is now one of the most popular foods in the United States. No matter what state or city you are in, there usually isn't a pizzeria too far away. Most towns and cities have multiple pizzerias in short radius. With so much competition, how do all of these pizzerias survive...

Although a year and a half away, Empire has started getting ready for the industry’s most highly anticipated event, IBIE 2025.  With the expo on the horizon, Empire has started planning for what should be an eye-opening and exciting show. The booth space has already been selected and the location is prime! You will find Empire Bakery Equipment in the...

In the complex world of industrial baking, precision is paramount. Every product, every batch, every outcome demands exactitude. This relentless pursuit of perfection starts with the mixing phase. Each loaf of bread, every pastry, and all confectionaries demand a precise blend of ingredients, mixed to perfection. Over time, new innovations and advancements in mixer technology have helped usher in a...

Every pizzaiolo will tell you that a great dough is crucial for creating the perfect pizza. A great dough needs to be properly developed, have great flavor, and easily stretched to create a beautiful pizza pie. A great pizza crust is the foundation upon which all other ingredients are built, and achieving that ideal texture and flavor requires precision and...

Artisan bread baking is a labor of love, a masterpiece of flavor, texture, and aroma. Crafting the perfect loaves requires not only skill and technique but probably more importantly, it requires the right equipment. From mixing to shaping to baking, each step in the artisan bread-making process demands precision, consistency and accuracy. In this blog post, we'll explore the essential...

When it comes to the baking industry, the ability to be efficient and consistent is not just a luxury, it’s a necessity. Efficiency and consistency are what keep a bakery competitive and meet consumer demand. For bakeries that deal heavily in cookies, investing in a cookie machine can be a game-changer. Some bakers may be less inclined to make the...

The dough production process of any bakery is not only extremely important, but it is also the most labor-intensive part. Dough dividing, rounding, moulding and sheeting are processes that have been around since ancient civilizations. Luckily these days the methods by which dough is produced have seen significant advancements. The introduction and current innovations in dough production equipment have helped...

The heart of any bakery is its oven. Despite having great ingredients, great recipes and even a great mixer, if you cannot get the perfect artisan bake you aim to achieve, then nothing else matters. Selecting the right artisan deck oven is a crucial decision that can significantly impact the quality, efficiency, and success of your business. We have been...

In the bustling world of commercial kitchens consistency, precision and efficiency are the driving forces of success. Making sure you are selecting the right equipment can make all the difference. The type of mixer you choose may not seem like that major of a decision, but talk to any baker or chef that has dealt with a low-quality mixer and...

Every baker knows, that a great oven is crucial to a successful bakery. Over the years, the Rack Oven has quickly become the oven of choice in a variety of supermarkets, restaurants, bakeries and bagel shops of all sizes. They are ideal for a wide range of baked goods including cookies, cakes, muffins, pastries, pan bread, artisan bread, bagels and...