Our inaugural episode touts an important formula. "Cooking is art. Baking is chemistry." David Manilow learns some valuable lessons about grandmas and the Obamas from Stephanie Hart of Brown Sugar Bakery on Chicago's South Side. Together they map a mouthwatering trip through bakery heaven. Plus David ponders an odd izakaya experience, and gets a deep dive into the pains of inflation on restaurant owners from Crain's Ally Marotti.
David opens this episode with observations on his visit to Hinoki Sushiko. You'll definitely want to further explore the creations of Stephanie Hart at Brown Sugar Bakery.