If you’re anything like us, you need your fix of caffeine every day. That’s why you come by The Bagel Bakery and grab a delicious cup of Rembrandt Coffee. But what happens if you’re vacationing in Germany and suddenly get a craving for some java? Would you know how to order coffee in German? Well, lucky for you we found and listed how to say coffee in twelve different languages!

• Lithuanian = Kava
• Danish = Kaffe
• Dutch = Kaffie
• Finnish = Kahvi
• French = Café
• German = Kaffee
• Irish = Caife
• Italian = Caffè
• Polish = Kawa
• Spanish = Café
• Welsh = Coffi
• Bosnian = Kafa

So if you’re ever in a country that speaks one of these languages, you’ll be able to successfully order your daily cup of coffee. But of course, it won’t satisfy that craving for Rembrandt Coffee from the Bagel Bakery.

What sets bagels apart from other breads? Why, it’s their chewy exterior shell of course! Here at the Bagel Bakery we boil and bake our bagels in our shop, so you’re never getting frozen bagels.

The reason we boil the dough first is so that the outside crust sets before it goes in the oven. We generally let the dough boil for 30 to 60 seconds on each side, but the longer you let it boil, the thicker and chewier the crust.

The amount of time the bagel is boiling also affects its interior texture. A longer boil gives a dense interior, while a shorter boil gives a softer and tenderer interior.

Barley malt extract, lye or baking soda is sometimes added to the boiling water. This is what gives the crust it’s golden color and adds flavor to the bagel.

For those of you who don’t know, July 26 is National BagelFest Day. What is BagelFest you ask? BagelFest is a 5-day celebration that takes place in Mattoon, Illinois.

The idea for the event is credited to Murray Lender, owner of Bagel Factory and Lender’s Bagels. When the Bagel Factory first came to the town of Mattoon, Illinois, Lender hosted a free bagel breakfast for all the citizen of the city. This breakfast eventually evolved into a multiple-day festival that celebrates the community every year.

Every year the festival has a Miss BagelFest Contest, a Bagel Baby Contest, a parade and live music. The 2015 BagelFest took place from July 14 to July 18 and marked the 30^th year anniversary of the festival.

We love bagels with cream cheese as much as the next person, but sometimes it’s okay to spice things up. Try out some of these delicious bagel-related concoctions to keep things interesting.

1. Bagel Sandwiches– Bagels are great for sandwiches of any kind. You can make a PB & J, an egg sandwich, a ham and cheese sandwich. You name it, and you can probably put it in your bagel sandwich. For an extra crunch, toast the bagel before assembling this snack.

2. Bagel Pizzas– Why buy frozen pizza bagels when you can make your own? All you have to do is put a little tomato sauce, cheese and whatever other pizza topping you want and stick it in the over for a few minutes.
3. Salad Bagels– Yes, you read that correctly. Throw some bagels pieces into your salad to soak up some of the dressing and give the salad a little substance. Think of it like soft croutons! If you’re a crunchy fan, again, just toast the bagel beforehand.
4. Bagels in a Frittata– You can throw just about anything in a frittata, right? Well why not bagels!
5. Bagel Bread Pudding– After all bagels are a type of bread, so it would work great in bread pudding. Just throw some bagel chunks, cheese and veggies in a baking pan and pour a mixture of eggs and milk on top. Give it a few minutes to sit, then bake it at 350 degrees and enjoy!

If any of these caught your eye, come by The Bagel Bakery and pick up a dozen bagels to give them a try.

We all love them, but how much do you know about the beloved food we call bagels? What’s the most popular bagel flavor? Why is February 9th an important day? Where did the bagel come from? Why do they have a hole in the middle? Read our list for some fun facts about bagels.

1. Bagels are the only bread that is boiled before it is baked.
2. There are three separate calendar days dedicated to bagels. February 9th is National Bagels and Lox Day, July 26th is National BagelFest Day and December 11th is National Have a Bagel Day.
3. Prepackaged bagels weren’t available in grocery stores until the 1950s. Frozen bagels were not a thing until 1960.
4. The most popular bagel choice is plain.
5. Bagels have a hole in the middle so that street vendors could carry them around on dowels in the old days.
6. There is more than one story about the origin of the bagel, so it is unclear when the delicious treat was first invented.
7. There is such a thing as a Buzzed Bagel, which is a bagel that contains two coffee cups of caffeine.
8. The second most popular bagel flavor is sesame.
9. If you cut a bagel in a particular manner, you can actually get the two halves to interlock.
10. It would take approximately 2,231 bagels to go around Grand Central Station Main Concourse’s inner perimeter once.

…nowhere. At least nowhere officially. The origin of the bagel is actually unknown, but the most common theory says that they come from Vienna, Austria.
In 1683 during the Battle of Vienna, Polish King Jan Sobieski prevented the Turks from invading Austria. As a gesture of thanks, a Viennese baker baked King Sobieski bread to celebrate the victory. Poland was known as the breadbasket of Europe at this time, so the gift seemed fitting.
The baker made the bread in the shape of the king’s stirrup because the now
liberated Austrians held on to the king’s stirrups as he rode by them. The Austrian word for stirrup is beugel. This theory is the one that is most agreed upon among historians.

Spring time means salad time! Many fruits and vegetables are in their prime during these warmer months, so now is the time incorporate them into your lunch! Bagel Bakery salads are the perfect blend of nutrition and flavor. Our extensive toppings bar lets you choose your favorite pairings of lettuce, veggies, cheese, and dressing.

Choose from:
– avocados
– cherry tomatoes
– broccoli
– garbanzo beans
– banana peppers
– carrots
– onions
– feta cheese
– parmesan
– spinach
– spring mix lettuce
– bacon
– tuna salad
– chicken salad
– croutons

And more! Try one today!​

We’ve heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but lunch is the most fun! Nothing turns around a plain day at work like an awesome mid-day meal! Whether you come alone or bring the office, our huge lunch selection has something for everyone!

Our lunch specials are delicious and very filling! Start with one of our hearty wraps or sandwiches. Then add a cup lobster bisque, chili, or any of our delicious soups of the day, or add one of our delicious salads with your favorite toppings.

Since The Bagel Bakery opened in 2000, hundreds of Gainesville residents have come to know Bagel Bakery as their favorite breakfast spot, hangout space, “second home.” To celebrate 15 years of The Bagel Bakery, we want to hear some favorite memories about the bakery. Send your stories and a picture to mary@greenbergcommunications.com to be featured on our blog and Facebook page.

There is something so enjoyable and intimate about sharing a great meal with friends. A simple breakfast or lunch can spark the greatest conversations and create a strong bond between new friends.

The Bagel Bakery’s beautiful platters are perfect for office meetings, parties, social gatherings, philanthropy events, and brunches. Choose from a variety of our platters, all of which are absolutely delicious and beautifully arranged on a covered tray.

Platters include:

– Half Wraps, including a variety of meat and vegetarian options

– Freshly sliced assorted bagels with cream cheese

– Bagel and Focaccia sandwiches

– Our famous huge muffins and mini muffins

– Assorted filled croissants

Order a platter today for your next event!