

From This Is TASTE: Baking Is Like Karaoke with Abi Balingit
Feb 25, 2025
Abi Balingit, author of "Mayumu: Filipino American Desserts Remixed" and co-founder of Cakezine, shares her infectious passion for baking. She draws intriguing parallels between baking and karaoke, emphasizing the importance of personal style. The conversation dives into the joy of nostalgic desserts, with highlights on unique Filipino flavors like ube. Balingit also discusses her journey in cookbook creation, revealing the balancing act of maintaining personal vision while navigating social media. Her vibrant insights make baking feel like a colorful celebration!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Baking with Style: Flavors and Fashion
02:12 • 15min
Nostalgia and Flavor: A Sweet Journey
16:56 • 11min
Seasonal Delights: A Culinary Journey Through Rhubarb and Ice Cream
28:13 • 2min
Banana Splits and the Mystery of Egg Creams
29:55 • 2min
The Journey of Cookbook Creation
31:35 • 4min
Nostalgia and Culinary Favorites: A Journey Through Desserts and Memories
35:08 • 3min