contents 12 16 24 28 33 36 FEATURES 16 24 28 32 17 TRENDS FOR 2017 ON THE ROAD BAKING HISTORY OMNI-CHANNEL DIRECTIVE Bakers can leverage these key insights provided by thought leaders who presented trend information at the International Baking Industry Exposition. Get ready for the new year before it's too late. As nontraditional foodservice expands in new directions (think catered parties and airport kiosks), you need a reliable distribution and delivery program to take advantage of opportunities. Bakers love their equipment, and the bread oven can be the cornerstone of your operation. Learn the unique story behind the 18th century oven (still burning strong) at Au Petrin Moissagais in Bordeaux, France. Delivery has taken on a new form at Panera Bread in the past year. The 2,024-unit operator is forging ahead with personalized catering and direct-to-consumer delivery on small food orders. COVER DEPARTMENTS Issue No. / 12 BUSINESS. ACCURACY. KNOWLEDGE. EXECUTION. 06 News Bites 12 Ingredients 08 Personality Spotlight 14 Equipment 10 Management 32 Bread and Baking 11 Labor Front 34 Cake One of "17 Trends for 2017" to watch is the emergence of cakes decorated in chalky pastels, according to Lucks Food Decorating Company. For example, floral patterns can be inspired by natural surroundings invigorating urban textures. Keep an eye on this and other hot trends. (page 16) Photo by John Unrein. THE BRANDING ISSUE: 17 trends for 2017 BAKING HISTORY A bread oven in France ON THE ROAD Driving growth in catering/wholesale A RISING STAR Lia Weber goes for gold bakemag.com | DEC 2016 > 05http://www.bakemag.com