Podcast “There is Time”: who invented croissants, why they are so good with coffee and how to make them crispy

Today, the “Time to Eat” podcast tells the history of croissants and shares what unusual fillings are found inside this wonderful pastry and how to prepare it at home. Our interlocutor is chef-baker and teacher of microwave culinary schools in St. Petersburg and Stanfood in Moscow, Pyotr Gulin.

00:59 — where croissants first appeared.

03:35 - what shape they come in and what can be used as filling.

06:57 — why croissants go well with coffee.

09:13 — how much gluten-free versions of these baked goods differ from the classic ones.

11:08 — what is the secret of the correct dough for croissants.

14:26 - what kind of demand they are in Russia: great or not so much.

15:40 — how professional chefs and bakers feel about “store-bought” croissants.

18:44 — “Dish of the Day” section: we prepare croissants with chocolate filling according to the guest’s recipe. You will find its text transcript Here.

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