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		<title>Good Love: Champ&#8217;s Family Bakery</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Aug 2010 02:37:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>joshuakatcher</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<span class="image-rss"><a href="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2010/08/03/good-love-champs-family-bakery/"><img title="Good Love: Champ&#8217;s Family Bakery" src="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Champs_GoodLove.jpg" alt="Good Love: Champ&#8217;s Family Bakery" width="200" height="116" /></a></span><br/>Champs Family Bakery had its soft-opening this week, and I was able to swing by, as its cases of confections are located dangerously close to my apartment. Co-Owner power-team Megan Blackburn and Brad Baker of Boneshakers took some time to show me around and give me the details on their new endeavor as well as [...]]]></description>
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<strong>Champs Family Bakery had its soft-opening this week</strong>, and I was able to swing by, as its cases of confections are located dangerously close to my apartment. Co-Owner power-team Megan Blackburn and Brad Baker of <a title="boneshakers" href="http://brooklynboneshakers.com/" target="_blank" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/brooklynboneshakers.com/?referer=');">Boneshakers</a> took some time to show me around and give me the details on their new endeavor as well as some sacred secrets I am happy to share with you.

<a href="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/ChampsExterior.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-4914" title="ChampsExterior" src="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/ChampsExterior.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="362" /></a>

Champs is located in the historic, Italian, Graham Ave. neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn on a quiet, tree-lined street. The signage reads like a old-time boxing-gym logo, and the interior - soon to be filled with tables and chairs - has a very Brooklyn, warm, lived-in feeling with exposed brick, wooden ceilings, and terra-cotta tile floor. Resting up against the brick wall were three photos: Mike Tyson, Rue McLanahan,  and Georges Laraque in fancy gilded frames, waiting to be hung. "That whole wall is going to be filled with framed photos of famous vegans", Brad informed me.

<a href="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/ChampsExterior.jpg"></a><a href="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Champs1.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-4908" title="Champs1" src="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/Champs1.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="839" /></a>

Megan and Brad also informed me that eighty-five percent of the ingredients they're using are organic, their shortenings are healthy oils that are  non-hydrogenated, and, in addition to being 100% vegan, they'll soon be offering gluten-free and sugar-free options. The most exciting news happened when Megan spilled the beans about the croissants. That's right... they will be offering the only vegan croissants in New York.  Flaky, yummy, light, croissants. Did I mention how dangerous it is that I live one block away from this place? With cookies, muffins, scones, cupcakes, cakes, whoopee pies and custom pastries all made on the premises, this is a long-awaited NYC essential: our very own vegan bakery! They've even got some Italian flare happening with pignoli cookies, and I am <em>praying</em> that they do some more NYC classics like rainbow cookies, black and whites, cannolis, butter cookies, rugelach, and macaroons. Pretty please?

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I sampled the carrot cake cupcakes, which were moist, sweet, perfectly spiced, and topped with a generous mound of cream-cheese frosting. Then I tried the rocky-road cookie, the chocolate-chocolate-chip scone, the chocolate-chip cookie, and finally, the blueberry muffin. I washed it down with iced coffee from Gimme! Coffee, which is possibly the best coffee in NYC - smooth, no acid, and velvety.  I'll certainly be back for more. If you haven't been to Williamsburg Brooklyn, now is the perfect time to come for a cup of coffee and a pastry.

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<h2>The Details:</h2>
<em><strong>Champs Family Bakery
176 Ainsle Street (at Leonard St)
Brooklyn, NY 11211
718 599 2743</strong></em>

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		<title>Deep Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:28:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>joshuakatcher</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<span class="image-rss"><a href="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2010/06/23/deep-chocolate-chocolate-chip-cookies/"><img title="Deep Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies" src="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/ChocChocCookie.jpg" alt="Deep Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies" width="200" height="127" /></a></span><br/>Chocolate is so versatile, satisfying and complex. When I have a craving for a chocolate experience, I don't want something mediocre - I want drama on my taste-buds. This recipe really enhances the chocolate experience with molasses, espresso, vanilla, almond, and coconut oil - deepening the flavor of the cocoa and allowing it to mingle [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<span class="image-rss"><a href="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2010/06/23/deep-chocolate-chocolate-chip-cookies/"><img title="Deep Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies" src="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/ChocChocCookie.jpg" alt="Deep Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies" width="200" height="127" /></a></span><br/><div>Chocolate is so versatile, satisfying and complex. When I have a craving for a chocolate experience, I don't want something mediocre - I want drama on my taste-buds. This recipe really enhances the chocolate experience with molasses, espresso, vanilla, almond, and coconut oil - deepening the flavor of the cocoa and allowing it to mingle with new subtleties. <em>This is a wheat-free recipe*</em></div>
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<em><strong>WHAT YOU'LL NEED </strong>(makes about 2 dozen</em>):
<ul>
	<li>•3/4 cup non-dairy butter (I use Earth Balance)</li>
	<li>•1/4 cup extra virgin, unrefined coconut oil (at room temp!)</li>
	<li>•1/2 cup unrefined sugar</li>
	<li>•1/2 cup brown sugar</li>
	<li>1 Tbs molasses</li>
	<li>•3/4 tsp. salt</li>
	<li>•2 Tbs egg-replacer (I use <a title="Egg Replacer" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.veganessentials.com/catalog/ener-g-egg-replacer.htm?referer=');pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.veganessentials.com/catalog/ener-g-egg-replacer.htm?referer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediscerningbrute.com%2Frecipes%2F');javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.veganessentials.com/catalog/ener-g-egg-replacer.htm');" href="http://www.veganessentials.com/catalog/ener-g-egg-replacer.htm" target="_blank">Energie</a> or flaxmeal)</li>
	<li>•1 Tbs vanilla</li>
	<li>• 1 shot of cold espresso (2 Tbs)</li>
	<li>• 2 cups spelt flour</li>
	<li>• ½ cup almond meal</li>
	<li>• ½ cup cocoa powder</li>
	<li>•1 cup vegan, semi-sweet chocolate chips.</li>
</ul>
<strong><em>Directions:</em></strong><a href="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/ChocChocCookie2.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium  wp-image-4593" style="margin: 10px;" title="ChocChocCookie2" src="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/ChocChocCookie2-300x270.jpg" alt="" width="192" height="172" /></a>
<ol>
	<li> 1. Put the espresso in the freezer to cool it down, then preheat oven to 350F. In a large bowl, cream together vegan butter,  sugars, molasses, coconut oil and salt.</li>
	<li> 2. In a small bowl or mug, beat “egg replacer.” Then add to  margarine-sugar mixture. Add vanilla and combine.</li>
	<li>3. Slowly, little by  little, add flour, stirring constantly to combine. Continue until all  flour is well combined (it will get harder to combine the more flour you add).</li>
	<li>4. Mix in chocolate chips and espresso.</li>
	<li>5. Form dough into 1-inch balls and place on an  ungreased baking sheet. Stick it in the oven, and they’ll be ready in  about 13 to 18 minutes.</li>
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		<title>Winter Wardrobe &amp; Cookie Cravings</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 21:09:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TheDiscerningBrute</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<span class="image-rss"><a href="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2008/10/31/winter-wardrobe-cookie-cravings/"><img title="Winter Wardrobe &amp; Cookie Cravings" src="http://thediscerningbrute.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/loomstate6.png" alt="Winter Wardrobe &amp; Cookie Cravings" width="200" height="127" /></a></span><br/>1. If you've been procrastinating on getting a sweater this winter, there's still time! Loomstate's organic 'Bering' crew sweater is totally wool-free! Check out what else they've got on the racks for the current season: 2. Support Craftspeople of the Karen Hill Tribe (between Burma &#38; Thailand) by purchasing this gorgeous black scarf. 3. Vegan [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<span class="image-rss"><a href="http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2008/10/31/winter-wardrobe-cookie-cravings/"><img title="Winter Wardrobe &amp; Cookie Cravings" src="http://thediscerningbrute.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/loomstate6.png" alt="Winter Wardrobe &amp; Cookie Cravings" width="200" height="127" /></a></span><br/>1. <strong>If you've been procrastinating</strong> on getting a sweater this winter, there's still time! Loomstate's organic 'Bering' crew sweater is totally <a title="Wool" href="http://www.savethesheep.com" target="_blank" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.savethesheep.com?referer=');">wool-free! </a>Check out what else they've got on the racks for the current season:

<a title="Greenloop" href="http://www.thegreenloop.com/Loomstate_Bering_Crew_Sweater_p/loomstate_bering_crew_sweater.htm" target="_blank" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.thegreenloop.com/Loomstate_Bering_Crew_Sweater_p/loomstate_bering_crew_sweater.htm?referer=');"><img class="size-full wp-image-625" title="loomstate6" src="http://thediscerningbrute.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/loomstate6.png" alt="cotton sweater" width="424" height="269" /></a>

<a title="Loomstate at Tobi" href="http://www.tobi.com/product/10776-loomstate-allistair-jacket-jackets-casual?color_id=12813" target="_blank" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.tobi.com/product/10776-loomstate-allistair-jacket-jackets-casual?color_id=12813&amp;referer=');"><img class="size-full wp-image-628" title="picture-3" src="http://thediscerningbrute.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/picture-3.png" alt="Loomstate Allistair Jacket" width="417" height="264" /></a>

<a title="Loomstate at Tobi" href="http://www.tobi.com/product/10778-loomstate-make-like-a-tree-zip-hoodie-hoodies-sweatshirts-zip-front?color_id=12815" target="_blank" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.tobi.com/product/10778-loomstate-make-like-a-tree-zip-hoodie-hoodies-sweatshirts-zip-front?color_id=12815&amp;referer=');"><img class="size-full wp-image-626" title="loomstate5" src="http://thediscerningbrute.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/loomstate5.png" alt="loomstate" width="422" height="268" /></a>

<a href="http://thediscerningbrute.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/loomstate7.png" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/thediscerningbrute.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/loomstate7.png?referer=');"><img class="size-full wp-image-627" title="loomstate7" src="http://thediscerningbrute.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/loomstate7.png" alt="Organic Woven Cotton Shirt" width="422" height="284" /></a>

2. <strong>Support Craftspeople of the Karen Hill Tribe</strong> (between Burma &amp; Thailand) by purchasing this gorgeous black scarf.

<a title="Tribal Scarf" href="http://www.gaiam.com/product/id/1025515.do" target="_blank" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.gaiam.com/product/id/1025515.do?referer=');"><img class="prodLargeImage" style="border:0 none;" src="http://s7d4.scene7.com/is/image/Gaiam/04-0524?$large$" border="0" alt="Neck Scarf" width="270" height="270" /></a>

3. <strong>Vegan Gloves</strong> are usually ugly or look like you should be in a dirt-bike competition. These simple faux-leather, insulated gloves go with everything and are slick as hell!

<a id="prod_img_link" name="1" href="http://www.bboheme.com/images/600X450Mensgloves.jpg" target="_blank" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.bboheme.com/images/600X450Mensgloves.jpg?referer=');"><img title="Paz Homem " src="http://www.bboheme.com/images/imagecache_large/600X450Mensgloves.jpg" alt="Paz Homem" width="220" height="165" /></a>

4.<strong>Chocolate-Chip, Peanut Butter Cookies! </strong>
<strong></strong> Cold weather is the best time for pastries. Try this super-easy cookie recipe!

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<strong><em>What you'll need:</em></strong>
•3/4 cup margarine (I use Earth Balance)
•2/3 cup nut butter (use peanut, almond, or cashew!)
•3/4 cup sugar
•1/4 cup brown sugar
•3/4 tsp. salt
•2 Tbsp. egg replacer (I use <a title="Egg Replacer" href="http://www.veganessentials.com/catalog/ener-g-egg-replacer.htm" target="_blank" onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/www.veganessentials.com/catalog/ener-g-egg-replacer.htm?referer=');">Energie</a>)
•1 Tbsp. vanilla
•2-1/2 cups flour (you can use up to 4 cups of flour -- the more flour you use, the denser, chewier the cookie; the amount listed here is for a texture that most people like.)
•1 cup nondairy semi-sweet chocolate chips.

<strong><em>Directions:</em></strong>
1. Preheat oven to 350F. In a large bowl, cream together margarine, sugars, nut butter, and salt.
2. In a small bowl or mug, beat "egg replacer." Then add to margarine-sugar mixture. Add vanilla and combine. Slowly, little by little, add flour, stirring constantly to combine. Continue until all flour is well combined (it will get harder to combine the more flour you add).
3. Mix in chocolate chips. Form dough into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased baking sheet. Then, as Laura puts it, "flatten them with a fork, wish them well, and put them in the oven." They'll be ready in about 10 to 12 minutes, or when golden brown.

Makes about 3 dozen cookies.

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