The Esplanade

Le Pain Quotidien: Artisan Breads Crafted with Care

You might not know the difference between traditional yeast and a levain starter, but you better believe that the bakers at Le Pain Quotidien do. Although the starter is much higher maintenance than your usual yeast, and it works more slowly, they use it to create tastier, healthier breads. Taste the ways their hard work pays off when you come…