Talking to strangers, Creative holiday baking

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Glazed Butter Cookies
Glazed butter cookies.  Photo: Daniel J. van Ackere/America's Test Kitchen.

Striking up a conversation with a stranger can be intimidating, but our guest says there are a lot of benefits to trying. He offers us some tips on how to break the ice. We also talk with a Wisconsin baker about creating some new holiday desserts.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Joe Keohane Guest
  • Shawn Bolduc Guest

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