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Happy YASSSletter Thursday Gingis!

We are the full swing of things with stone fruit, tomatoes, eggplants, and zucchinis here in the big city! If you are anything like us, you got too excited so you bought an enormous amount of these fun goodies and they are now a little over ripe? So what better way to celebrate over ripe summer produce bursting with juices and love than with a rustic sexy galette for all of your lovers?

So without further ado, let’s jump RIGHT IN!

1. History + Origin: Galettes (shockingly fascinating!!!)

2. Stone Fruit Galette

3. Savory Middle Eastern Galette

4. In Other News…Wanna call us? Now you CAN.

History + Origin: Galettes

Galettes, a traditional French pastry, trace their origins back to the Celtic people of Brittany, France. The term "galette" originated from the Norman word "gale," denoting a flat cake. Initially made with buckwheat, which thrived in Brittany's climate, galettes were simple flatbreads crafted by grinding buckwheat into flour and combining it with water and salt. Cooked on large griddles, they were filled with savory ingredients like cheese, ham, eggs, and vegetables, becoming a staple in the region.

In addition to the savory variety, a sweet version known as "Galette des Rois" emerged, typically enjoyed during Epiphany on January 6th. This version featured puff pastry filled with almond cream, hiding a figurine or bean within. The fortunate individual who found it in their slice was declared the king or queen for the day.

While butter is a prominent ingredient in modern galettes, it wasn't a part of the original recipe. The introduction of butter into galette dough can be attributed to the increasing popularity and availability of butter in French cuisine during the 19th century. Butter added richness and enhanced the flavor, resulting in a more indulgent and tender pastry compared to the traditional buckwheat dough.

Today, galettes continue to charm palates worldwide, whether enjoyed as a delectable savory dish or a regal sweet treat. Their rustic appearance and mouthwatering taste carry on the legacy of this time-honored French delight, celebrating both tradition and innovation in the culinary world.

Stone Fruit Galette

There is something particularly special about a stone fruit covered in sugar and baked to gooey crisp magnificence in a buttery galette crust — sexy, no?

Savory Middle Eastern Galette

Roasted thyme tomatoes paired with a smokey eggplant - all piled on top of a gorgeous artichoke pistachio pesto base & baked to golden sesame crusted perfection. Served w. a side of feta & za’atar. You in? Cause it is freaking delish.

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Hope you have a weekend full of YASSS! Until next Thursday Gingis.

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