When you think of bagels you probably think of cream cheese, it’s 2nd nature to most. You probably see the bagel emoji (we did that) and still think cream cheese. It wasn’t always like that. That’s a story for another day. But really, don’t count out cream cheese on your bagel. It can be healthy […]
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Apple Cranberry Bagel Pudding With Almond Butter Glaze Our good friends over in Boulder Colorado teamed up with us this Fall season to give you something fun and new this Thanksgiving! Move over apple pie and pumpkin treats because our healthy low carb treat curated with love by way of us and Justin’s is your […]
Apple Cranberry Bagel Pudding With Almond Butter Glaze Our good friends over in Boulder Colorado teamed up with us this Fall season to give you something fun and new this Thanksgiving! Move over apple pie and pumpkin treats because our healthy low carb treat curated with love by way of us and Justin’s is your […]
One of the most common questions we get and see asked online is what traditionally goes on a bagel, and this post touches on the brief history of bagels and how both taste and toppings evolved over time. When you think of bagels it’s important to look at their history dating back to the 1600s […]
Of all things you can get your dad for Father’s Day, breakfast in bed to celebrate them and give back for all of the times they made you breakfast is a definite win, but what’s on the menu? Our thoughts: Bagels in bed. Everyone loves bagels and there’s something special about a classic bagel with […]
The difference between a bagel and a bialy is a question that has lived on for hundreds of years, and since Western Bagel launched back in 1947 we have always focused on old school, traditional recipes while giving them our West Coast twist, and the bialy is a hidden treasure. A bialy is different from […]
Bagels have been around for centuries dating back to the 1600s when bakers in Eastern Europe created one of the most epic foods that’s more relevant today than ever, but why is New York City many times viewed as the bagel capital of the world as opposed to Los Angeles, Montreal and other destinations that […]
People are more health-conscious today than ever before, ranging from working out regularly to following various diets like keto and weight loss programs like Weight Watchers. And one of the questions that often comes up is: What kind of bagels have the lowest carbs? The reality is that it’s not a particular type of bagel […]
The City of Angels isn’t usually recognized for being a hub of bagel greatness but back in 1947 the Founder of Western Bagel saw something special and created the first bagel bakery in Los Angeles, California which continues to live on today. And for a good reason. In the early days Western Bagel decided to […]
The healthy bagel debate continues to live on with people throughout the world looking for alternatives to classic bagels, especially options that are low-carb and protein-rich. And after becoming a leader in the bagel space one question that we are often asked is if bagels are high in protein, which requires a further explanation. While […]