What is Ponchiks?

Traditionally filled with a sweet custard, ponchiks can also be found in Armenian bakeries around town, filled with dulce de leche and various jams and especially Nutella, which seems to be a particular favorite.

What is the difference between empanadas and Empanadillas?

In Puerto Rico what you may call empanadas we call empanadillas because of empanadas references something that is breaded and fried, think chicken fried steak.

Who is the owner of Papillon Bakery?

Jack Torosian
That’s the focus of Papillon Bakery owner, Jack Torosian. The Armenian American immigrated to California as a teenager, but the perks of tasting his baked goods didn’t come over night.

What makes a Paczki different from a donut?

What’s the Difference Between Paczki and Donuts Paczki are made of a very rich, sweet yeasty dough which consists of eggs, butter and milk. Regular donuts are not usually as rich. While donuts usually have a hole in the middle, Paczki don’t and instead are filled with jam or other goodies.

What happened with Papillon Bakery?

A Glendale bakery owner pleaded no contest Wednesday to a charge related to a triple shooting at a North Hollywood body shop last year. A judge convicted Akop “Jack” Torosian, owner of Papillon International Bakery, of one count of possessing a deadly weapon with the intent to commit assault.

What is challah bread?

At its root, challah is a very straightforward bread to make. The dough is enriched with eggs and oil, while a few tablespoons of sugar add some sweetness. It doesn’t require any fussy techniques and can be made from start to finish in the space of an afternoon.

How long to bake challah (and why)?

About 20 minutes before baking, arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 350°F. When ready to bake, whisk the reserved egg white with 1 tablespoon of water and brush it all over the challah. Be sure to get in the cracks and down the sides of the loaf. Bake the challah 30 to 35 minutes.

Why is challah bread yellow?

The bread is typically pale yellow in color because so many eggs are used, and it has a rich flavor, too. ( Challah refers to the mitzvah [a blessing or good deed] of separating out a portion of the dough before you begin braiding as a contribution to the Kohen [priest].

How to bake challah with egg white?

Instructions. Brush the challah with egg white: About 20 minutes before baking, heat the oven to 350°F. When ready to bake, whisk the reserved egg white with a tablespoon of water and brush it all over the challah. Be sure to get in the cracks and down the sides of the loaf.