Filippo Drago #repost

Filippo Drago #repost

Years ago, I  heard about a Sicilian miller Filippo Drago using ancient grains to produce world class flour that yields first class breads. Later I had the chance to meet the man in New York, thanks to the Bronx-based Italian food importer Gustiamo who introduced me...
Wolfgang Süpke #repost

Wolfgang Süpke #repost

When looking for guidance on baking German breads, Wolfgang Süpke is my inspiration, whether referring to older posts from his blog – Bäcker Süpke  – or more recently on his instagram, where he details current baking with his son Paul. He’s a...
Eric Girerd #repost

Eric Girerd #repost

My friend Eric Girerd is a sixth generation chocolatier who we first interviewed on Stir The Pots  in 2007. He’s been my “go to” for any big event at my job for any event from Christmas to big parties and special affairs. In fact he’s taken...
Johanna Kindvall #repost

Johanna Kindvall #repost

Johanna Kindvall is a cook and professional illustrator who explores the world of food (from breads to pickling) as well as pattern design. Originally from Sweden, Johanna’s food interests focus primarily on Nordic cuisine.  Johanna has both written and...
Lior Lev Secarz #repost

Lior Lev Secarz #repost

As Stir the Pots reposts past interviews, we thought of Lior Lev Secarz. The man behind Spice Brothers, Lior is a spirit who radiates the humanity and love of life that seems so under attack in the nation where he was raised. Israel. Stir the Pots is the creation of...