### Podcast Notes: Let's Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie
**Summary:**
In this week’s episode, Amy Drew and Biggie delve into the world of bagels, sharing how they enjoy them, where they get the best ones in Orlando, and what makes a perfect bagel. From the importance of boiling to the ideal chewiness, they break down everything that goes into creating and enjoying a truly great bagel. They also explore the differences between local bagel spots and share some personal stories, including a special treat Amy Drew brought for Biggie.
**Key Discussion Points:**
1. **Bagel Preferences and Expectations:**
- How Amy Drew and Biggie eat their bagels and what they expect visually from a perfect bagel.
- Importance of a shiny exterior and a rounded shape—evidence of a properly boiled bagel.
2. **The Boiling Process:**
- Why bagels must be boiled as part of the process.
- The distinction between bagels and rolls with holes if they aren't boiled.
3. **Storing and Packing Bagels:**
- Proper storage and packing methods—bagels should be stored in paper, not plastic.
4. **The Chew Factor:**
- The ideal chew of a bagel, where the texture should be dense enough to make your jaw hurt slightly, and the dough should be malleable enough to form a ball.
5. **Key Ingredients and Techniques:**
- Bagels need to have malt in the dough and undergo overnight proofing.
- Discussion of Montreal bagels, which use maple syrup as part of the process.
6. **Favorite Bagel Spots:**
- **Jeff’s Bagel Run:** A dedicated bagel shop serving bagels, cream cheese, and coffee.
- **NY Bakery Boys:** A bagel restaurant with two locations where you can get your bagels toasted and enjoy a full meal.
- **Bagel King:** Known for good bagels and as a great breakfast and lunch spot. Biggie shares his love for the pastrami on their Andy’s breakfast sandwich.
7. **The Role of Water in Bagel Making:**
- The importance of water in the dough-making process, focusing on its necessity rather than the source.
8. **Advocating for Your Food:**
- The importance of asking how your food is made and advocating for quality.
9. **Special Treat: Pickled Herring:**
- Amy Drew treats Biggie to a dish her dad used to make: pickled herring with fresh-cut raw onion, sour cream, and a bit of the pickling wine sauce.
10. **Shoutout to Soozie the Foodie:**
- Acknowledgment of Soozie the Foodie and her contributions.
**Final Note:**
- Amy Drew and Biggie enjoyed many bagels during this episode, but unfortunately, there’s no video footage of them eating them!
Tune in to this episode for a detailed and passionate discussion on bagels, from preparation to enjoyment, with plenty of tips, insights, and local Orlando recommendations!
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