Ken Forkish

Last updated
Ken Forkish
Born

Ken Forkish is an American chef and author who owned Ken's Artisan Bakery and Ken's Artisan Pizza. Previously based in Portland, Oregon, [1] [2] [3] Forkish has retired and relocated to Hawaii. [4]

See also

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Biga (bread baking)</span> Type of pre-fermentation used in Italian baking

Biga is a type of pre-fermentation used in Italian baking. Many popular Italian breads, including ciabatta, are made using a biga. Using a biga adds complexity to the bread's flavor and is often used in breads that need a light, open texture with holes. Apart from adding to flavor and texture, a biga also helps to preserve bread by making it less perishable.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Grand Central Bakery</span> Bakery/restaurant chain in Oregon and Washington

Grand Central Baking Company d.b.a. Grand Central Bakery is an American bakery chain with locations in Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, Washington and their metropolitan areas. It was founded in Seattle's Grand Central Hotel building, originally as The Bakery and later becoming Grand Central Bakery. The bakery is known for its artisan breads.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Ken's Artisan Pizza</span> Pizzeria in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Ken's Artisan Pizza is a pizzeria in southeast Portland, Oregon, United States.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Ned Ludd (restaurant)</span> Restaurant in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Ned Ludd was a restaurant in Portland, Oregon's King neighborhood, in the United States. Established in 2008, the restaurant was owned by chef Jason French. It served Pacific Northwest cuisine.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Ken's Artisan Bakery</span> Bakery in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Ken's Artisan Bakery is a bakery in Portland, Oregon's Northwest District, in the United States.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Handsome Pizza</span> Defunct pizzeria in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Handsome Pizza was a pizzeria in Portland, Oregon. Established in 2012, the business closed in August 2022.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Pizza in Portland, Oregon</span>

The American city of Portland, Oregon has been recognized for its pizza culture and establishments.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Bridge City Pizza</span> Restaurant in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Bridge City Pizza is a pizzeria and sandwich restaurant in Portland, Oregon's Woodstock neighborhood, in the United States.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Baby Blue Pizza</span> Defunct pizzeria in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Baby Blue Pizza was a vegan pizzeria in Portland, Oregon. The restaurant operated from July 2019 to January 2022, closing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Assembly Brewing</span> Brewery and restaurant in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Assembly Brewing is a brewery and restaurant in Portland, Oregon.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Lauretta Jean's</span> Bakery in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Lauretta Jean's is a bakery and pie shop with two locations in Portland, Oregon.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">An Xuyên Bakery</span> Bakery in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

An Xuyên Bakery is a bakery in Portland, Oregon.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Lovejoy Bakers</span> Bakery in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Lovejoy Bakers is a bakery with multiple locations in Portland, Oregon. The business is owned by Marc and Tracy Frankel.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Gladstone Street Pizza</span> Pizzeria in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Saint Pizza Lounge and Gladstone Street Pizza, more commonly known as simply Gladstone Street Pizza (GSP), is a pizzeria in Portland, Oregon.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Little T American Baker</span> Bakery in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Little T American Baker is a bakery in Portland, Oregon.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">New Cascadia Traditional</span> Bakery in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

New Cascadia Traditional is a gluten-free bakery in Portland, Oregon.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Seastar Bakery</span> Defunct bakery in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Seastar Bakery was a bakery in Portland, Oregon. The business closed in August 2022.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Bella's Italian Bakery</span> Bakery in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Bella's Italian Bakery is a bakery in Portland, Oregon.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sebastiano's</span> Deli and bakery in Portland, Oregon, U.S.

Sebastiano's' is a Sicilian delicatessen, bakery, and market in Portland, Oregon's Montavilla neighborhood, in the United States.

References

  1. Ligori, Crystal (2022-01-19). "The legacy and 'love letters' of Portland baker Ken Forkish". opb. Archived from the original on 2022-01-19. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  2. Jackson-Glidden, Brooke (2022-01-03). "Influential Baker Ken Forkish Leaves the Restaurant Industry, Selling His Bakery and Pizzeria". Eater Portland. Archived from the original on 2022-01-03. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  3. Brooks, Karen (2022-01-05). "Exit Interview: Portland Bread Legend Ken Forkish". Portland Monthly. Archived from the original on 2022-01-09. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
  4. Russell, Michael (2022-01-06). "Ken Forkish has left the building: Portland's preeminent baker on perfectionism and moving to Hawaii". The Oregonian. Archived from the original on 2022-01-19. Retrieved 2022-01-19.