Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Heart Health!
February 10, 2022
With heart decorations adorning storefronts and love in the air, February marks a time to recognize the love we have for each other. But when was the last time you… READ MORE
Category: Recipes
Coming Together Through Food
January 27, 2022
Food has the capacity to connect people across social spaces, cities, countries, and the globe. The pandemic has taught us all the importance of human connection, especially during times of… READ MORE
Say Cheese! The Eli’s Cheesecake Cookbook Second Edition is Now Available
January 25, 2022
A few months ago, Agate celebrated the 40th anniversary of Eli’s Cheesecake, Chicago’s go-to joint for rich and creamy cheesecake, by publishing the second edition of The Eli’s Cheesecake Cookbook:… READ MORE
Q&A with Eric Pallant, author of Sourdough Culture
January 19, 2022
From starter to mixer to risen loaf, homemade sourdough bread is more than just a craft—it tells a story. In Sourdough Culture: A History of Bread Making from Ancient to… READ MORE
Celebrating Sourdough
November 4, 2021
Agate 2021 Holiday Gift Guide
November 1, 2021
For the Fitness Fiend For the Culinary Historian Sourdough Culture Eric Pallant A deep, highly enjoyable, and informative dive into the global history and science of sourdough bread baking, from… READ MORE
Happy National Nutrition Month
April 5, 2021
March is National Nutrition Month. Nutritious meals can get a bad rap, but here at Agate we know that healthy meals don’t have to be boring or bland! Are you… READ MORE
Happy National Tater Day!
March 31, 2021
March 31st is National Tater Day, and we at Agate solicited the opinions, thoughts, and insights of our colleagues on the humble yet mighty potato. If you’re looking for the… READ MORE
Three Cookbooks for World Travel from Your Kitchen
March 26, 2021
The end of March marks a year of living and working from home, and many of us are craving the flavors and experiences of other places. To fuel your culinary… READ MORE
It’s Spring! Here Are Three Books About New Beginnings
March 18, 2021
It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for: spring is officially here! Whether you’re living in a warmer climate or still waiting for the snow to melt, the beginning of… READ MORE