In this episode of Sprung on Food, host Kae Sprung is joined by comedian Negin Farsad to discuss her favorite treat, the Kouign Amann. They dive into its unique blend of sweetness and buttery crunch, its origin in 19th century Brittany, France, and its rise to international fame. Negin shares her personal connection to the pastry and recounts her adventures in pronunciation and taste. The conversation touches on regional food culture, the crossover moments that turned Kouign Amann into a global phenomenon, and the artistry behind both cooking and baking.

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About the show:
Sprung On Food is a digital and podcast series, hosted by Katherine "Kae" Sprung, an award-winning pastry chef and food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're talking about favorite foods- the history behind them and the role they play in the world today. Each episode features a special guest to talk about their favorite food, and help comment on the historical origins and pop-cultural and modern society moments tied to that food. Its food history meets food pop-culture, a dose of education, with sprinkles of comedy.

00:00 Introduction to Kouign Amann

00:18 Guest Introduction: Negin Farsad

00:37 Negin's Love for Kouign Amann

04:00 The History of Kouign Amann

12:08 Kouign Amann's Rise to Fame

18:00 Making Kouign Amann at Home

18:00 American Innovations and Variations

21:15 Pop Culture and Personal Stories

27:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts