Last week while in Florida, we discovered a hidden gem in the heart of Ybor City ~ La Segunda Bakery. McDreamy and I will search out any establishment that boasts a history of upholding tradition, and this corner bakery has stood the test of time and discerning palates {including ours}. They bake 7,000 loaves of bread per day, and place a freshly cut leaf of palmetto across the top of each loaf to create the signature split down the middle ~ a true sign of authentic Cuban bread.
We paired our warm buttered Cuban toast with a café con leche, and there wasn't a word spoken until every bite and sip was savoured.
Do you have a favorite bread? I'm determined to successfully bake bread this year, and the recipes are waiting to be tackled despite how much they daunt me. Any suggestions or tried-and-true tips you wish to share in regards to yeasts, temperatures, and such...well, I'm all ears {and eyes}.
