Levain Bakery

It's amazing what a cookie can do. A really good cookie, that is. It can spark a romance,comfort in time of need, relay gratitude and smooth over a gaffe. It can even bring acommunity together. In short, a great cookie can be the start of an even greater story.To celebrate its 30th anniversary, this book brings together the stories of Levain Bakeryin a beautifully designed, carefully curated book-filled with photographs, illustrations,and a selection of recipes.

Founders and bakers Connie McDonald and Pam Weekes personally recount howLevain became the success it is today-from building a client list in Anthony Bourdain'skitchen and later beating Bobby Flay in a chocolate chip cookie-off to becoming abicoastal enterprise while retaining a small business's dedication to community. Thebook will also share some classic Levain recipes: blueberry muffins, oatmeal raisin scones,and more. An homage to the bakery and the city where it originated, this book isthe perfect gift for cookie fans, as well as a collectible souvenir from this iconic NewYork institution.

10% of the proceeds of this book will be donated to Hot Bread Kitchen, an organization committed to creating economic opportunity through culinary job skills training.