Philadelphia's Essen Bakery is home to one of the nation's top bakers

Sunday, May 7, 2023
PHILADELPHIA -- Essen Bakery is Philadelphia's go-to spot for Jewish breads and pastries.

"Essen means to eat in Yiddish," says owner, Tova du Plessis.
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Essen Bakery got its start in 2016 and is located in South Philadelphia.

Owner Tova du Plessis is a repeat James Beard nominee for the top baker in the country.