Episode 127: The Ube Baking Book: Celebrating Filipino Flavor with Chef Henry Awayan
About this episode
Chef Henry Awayan discusses his new book, The Ube Baking Book, and the significance of ube in Filipino baking.
You may recognize Chef Henry Awayan from his appearance on the Food Network show Bakers vs. Fakers . Those in the San Francisco Bay Area may also know him as the talent behind the award-winning bakery Whisk Cake Creations in Alameda. Chef Awayan's new book, The Ube Baking Book , celebrates his lifelong passion for baking alongside his Filipino heritage, showcasing a wide range of recipes that highlight the beloved Filipino ingredient ube in both traditional and fusion preparations. In this episode, we chat about how he found his way into baking, what makes ube such a meaningful and versatile ingredient, and how he hopes this book helps readers better understand and appreciate the culture behind the flavors Learn more about Chef Henry Awayan at whiskcakecreations.com and follow on Instagram @whiskcakecreations . Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/the-ube-baking-book-henry-awayan
People in this episode
Host: Liren Baker
Guest: Chef Henry Awayan
Topics covered
- Filipino cuisine
- baking
- ube
- cultural heritage
- cookbooks
Keywords
- ube
- Filipino baking
- cookbook
- Chef Henry Awayan
- Whisk Cake Creations
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Whisk Cake Creations, Food Network
Books & works: The Ube Baking Book
Places: San Francisco Bay Area, Alameda
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