Raising a Glass to Kentucky Bourbon Cake, a Boozy Southern Dessert That Stands the Test of Time
illustration: Danielle Grinberg Back in the days before supermarkets and same-day delivery, chefs and bakers cooked with local ingredients. The Irish boiled potatoes, Georgians made peach pies, and bakers from Kentucky added a touch of bourbon to their desserts. Ouita Michel, a James Beard Award-nominated chef and owner of eight Kentucky restaurants, says bourbon desserts have been around since the mid-1800s — and they were created out of necessity. “Vanilla was not readily available to peo...
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