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Hi! My name is Hali.

I'm a French-trained baker who loves sharing accessible, clear, and delicious recipes that take your home baking to the next level!

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Another Friday at @palomacoffeebakery Not pictur Another Friday at @palomacoffeebakery 

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Imo, the best butter for lamination is whichever f Imo, the best butter for lamination is whichever fits your budget, tastes, and work environment, and is easy for you to source consistently. I really recommend a European-style, high fat content butter though! 

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A day staging at @palomacoffeebakery - working on A day staging at @palomacoffeebakery - working on my croissant shaping and learning about pan de muerto 

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Sharing a little about yellow pectin as I make pas Sharing a little about yellow pectin as I make passion fruit pâte de fruit 

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Recipe testing Asian French fusion mooncakes part Recipe testing Asian French fusion mooncakes part 2 - are you a fan of traditional or modern mooncake flavors? 

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