Chompies + Barro Bread Sonoran-style Bagels
Chompie’s and Barrio Bread have teamed up for a unique collaboration that brought artisan, Sonoran-style bagels to the growing locally-sourced food market. Neal Borenstein, the head of Chompie’s expansive bread and bakery department partnered with Don Guerra, the mastermind behind Barrio Bread, to bring scratch-made artisan bagels to life through clean ingredients, attention to detail, […]
The History, Texture, and Popularity of Bagels
Bagels: a simple yet delicious bread creation that has become a staple in breakfast and brunch menus around the world. At first glance, they might seem like just another type of bread, but these doughy delights are so much more than that. In this blog post, we’ll explore the basic characteristics of a bagel, delve […]
Why Are Bagels So Big in New York City?
When you think of New York City, a million things probably come to mind. But, one stand out are bagels. But, why are they so popular in NYC?
A DELIcious History of the Bagel in America
The bagel is perhaps the most iconic Jewish food ever. This week, Chompie’s explores the story of bagels in America and explains their tasty roots in Judaism. Let’s start with the basics: while there are a few similarities (they are both round and have a hole in the middle) a bagel is definitely NOT […]