Washington, D.C. Is America's Next Great Bakery Town

While we were homebound and anxious, many of us whipped up breads, babkas, and cookies.But there's never been a better time to buy baked goods, either.One place, in particular, really took it to the next level: Washington, D.C.It's the birthplace of Bakers Against Racism—the bake sale that raises money for organizations that support equality.It's also been home to a boom in bakeries this year, both from homegrown shops and well-known bakery transplants.But why the sudden flourish of flour?.The timing certainly makes sense, the news has been bad and we've grasped for comfort in the form of warm bread.People feel connected—they find a connection with what we do. It's a lot more than just a bakery for them. This is a taste of home when they can't actually travel, Paola Velez, Pastry Chef