Pastry Live 2013 Wrap Up, Turnout & Talent 'Phenomenal'

September 23, 2013 Pastry Live

From August 25th through August 27th, Pastry Live yet again hosted seminars demonstrating the latest in pastry techniques and gripping competitions offering competitors the chance to show their creativity and innovation. Produced by veteran chef Paul Bodrogi, each day this year featured the best the industry had to offer, elevating the pastry arts to new heights.

Wegmans Recalls Apple Cinnamon Mini Muffins, 14 Oz. For Undeclared Soy

September 20, 2013 FDA

Wegmans is recalling 4,327 units of Wegmans brand APPLE CINNAMON Mini Muffins, Net Wt. 14 oz., because the product contains undeclared soy. People who have an allergy to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Semifreddi's Recalls Almond Biscottis

September 20, 2013 Staff Reporter, KTVU

An Alameda-based bakery has voluntarily recalled cookies from store shelves because of a labeling issue that could put consumers with allergies in harm's way, California Department of Public Health officials said Thursday.

Pastry Live 2013 Competition Winners

September 20, 2013 Pastry Live

Pastry Live is proud to announce that Chef Melissa Coppel of Jean-Marie Auboine Chocolates is the winner of the third annual Chocolatier of the Year competition.  Thirteen cake artists from across the country competed in the third annual Art of Cake competition, turning icing and fondant into masterpieces inspired by this year’s theme of Art Nouveau. Pastry Live is proud to announce that Joseph Cumm of EdenJoes Cakery is the winner of the 2013 Art of Cake.

Rudi's Organic Bakery Announces Official Sponsorship Of Farm Aid

September 19, 2013 Rudi’s Organic Bakery, Inc.

Rudi’s Organic Bakery, the nation’s leading provider of certified organic breads and baked goods, is honored to announce it is an official sponsor of Farm Aid 2013 on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013, at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.