Bryan Ford is an award-winning baker and author whose Honduran roots and New Orleans upbringing inspire his innovative sourdoughs, Latin American flavors, and baking mentorship across the Americas.
The baker and author of Pan y Dulce: The Latin American Baking Book shares his approach to flour, water, and gluten—and why the best bakers still trust their hands.
The New Orleans–born baker with Honduran roots has built a global following by blending heritage, technique, and a fearless curiosity for what bread can become.
Bryan Ford is an award-winning baker, author, and consultant celebrated for his experimental approach to breadmaking. Raised in New Orleans and rooted in Honduran heritage, he brings Latin American flavor and technique to contemporary baking. Through his popular blog Artisan Bryan and social media platforms, Ford has inspired a global community of home bakers and professionals with recipes that champion local ingredients and regional traditions.
Known for his sourdough pan de coco, a modern take on a traditional Honduran bread, Ford now works with bakeries across Latin America—including in Panama, El Salvador, Honduras, and Colombia—helping them adapt sourdough techniques to their local grains. He also serves as a judge on Food Network’sChopped Sweets, sharing his insight and passion for creativity in the kitchen.