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Who is Dorie Greenspan and why does she Dominate Tastespotting?

Posted by PumpkinBear, January 10, 2009

I'm assuming she's a pastry chef or something, but I've noticed that according to those on Tastespotting, she's like the messiah of baking.

The recipes featured on Tastespotting, my favorite food porn site, are so eclectic and different ... that is, until EVERYONE tries Dorie Greenspan's recipe at the same time. Does anyone know how that works? Why does it seem as if everyone who has a food blog tries the same recipe at the same time? Last week there were like, seven pictures of her recipe for a pear tart. Who is Dorie Greenspan and why do foodies love her?

Also, does anyone know what the baker's challenge is? I've seen that referenced on Tastespotting just as often.

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