If you’re not on our email list (sign up on our homepage!) or missed our announcement videos on Facebook or Instagram, we’re so excited to be writing a sourdough and vegan baking book with Penguin Random House! What is Penguin Random House? With a rich history dating back to the 1800s, Penguin Random House (PRH)’s […]
At BReD, we focus on doing several things well: sourdough loaves, cinnamon rolls, and other baked goods and comforting beverages. While we don’t venture too far away from our tried and true staples, it’s fun to pay attention to and learn about a few cool trends in baking. With winter soon approaching, we thought we’d […]
Oats are a type of cereal grain that you’re probably used to eating for breakfast. Oatmeal is delicious, nutritious and filling, but oats are great for more than just porridge. They are extremely versatile, making a great base for savoury and sweet recipes. For bakers, oats are a staple of their pantry since they can […]
Animal products are often hidden in many of the processed foods that we eat. Even if the ingredients label doesn’t list an animal product, it doesn’t mean that no animal products were used during the production process. Different processing methods use animal products, such as beer and wine, which may use egg or fish bladder […]
Pull out an old baking recipe book, and you’ll find the delicious favourites – cookies, bread, cakes, brownies, muffins, you name it. And seemingly everything can be made with four main ingredients – flour, sugar, eggs, and butter. Butter is used to add softness, moisture and creaminess. It also helps the dough to rise as […]
People have been using cast iron pans to cook food for thousands of years, and with good reason. Before non-stick teflon pans, our ancestors used cast iron that is naturally non-stick thanks to the process of seasoning (and we aren’t talking about with herbs). If you like to cook and bake, then investing in a […]
Are you considering taking up baking as a hobby or a side hustle? Well, we are willing to bet that your family and friends would be thrilled to hear it. After all, who doesn’t like homemade baked goods? And let’s not forget the enjoyment you’ll experience yourself when you taste the fruits of your labour. […]
Summertime means it’s picnic season! And picnics are an excellent opportunity to showcase some yummy vegan foods. Picnics aren’t the place for elaborate dishes and complex recipes. You want something you can whip up quickly that is easy to eat and share with your friends. Plus, you want to bring a crowd-pleaser that everyone will […]
Canada is known around the world for its iconic Canadian maple syrup. While we are all familiar with putting it on pancakes or waffles, there are many other ways that we can use this delicious all-natural syrup! Here are ten ingenious ways that you may not have considered: 1. Maple syrup glaze for cinnamon buns […]
It’s a common misconception that anything delicious can’t possibly be vegan. When I went vegan, I assumed that baked goods like breads, muffins, cookies, and cupcakes all contained some form of animal products. But I was surprised to find out that there are indeed many ways to enjoy sweet and savoury baked treats and snacks […]
They say that you can’t buy happiness…but you can buy cake. Moreover, at our plant-based bakery in Canada, you can buy vegan cake! And pastries and cookies and frangipane tart and cinnamon buns and gluten-free scones and banana bread and sourdough and doughnuts…and the list of vegan baked goods goes on. We thought it was […]
Let’s paint a picture. You pick up a cinnamon bun and are ready to sink your teeth into its soft, gooey goodness when you’re met with a dry, crunchy exterior and chalky icing—pure disappointment. Although everyone has different tastes, I think we can all agree on our expectations when ordering a cinnamon bun. There’s no […]
