Decorated mantou
Technical
Huamo is a Chinese method of decorating specially shaped mantou. Huamo are a feature of the folk art of Shanxi and are often prepared for festivals such as Qingming. Wenxi County in Shanxi is particularly renowned for its huamo. Many shapes such as fish, guanmao, birds and dragons are used.
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French carbon steel — lighter than cast iron, seasons like a wok
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Aroma ()
Wine Analogy
Similar to the brioche notes in Champagne
Coffee Analogy
Comparable to the nutty aromas in lightly roasted Brazilian coffee
Perfume Analogy
Resembles the warm, bready accord in Maison Margiela's 'By the Fireplace'
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French carbon steel — lighter than cast iron, seasons like a wok
Domed stoneware baker traps steam for artisan crust at home
Philosophy of cooking — using everything, wasting nothing
High-protein bread flour — superior gluten development for artisan bread
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