Breton+Crepes

Crepes are very thin pancake filled with endless possibilities. Americans usually would think of crepes as a very thin pancake filled with syrup, nutella or some fruits then topped off with whipped cream or powdered sugar. But the breton crepe, is made with buckwheat flour for a unique and delicious taste filled with more savory ingredients. These crepes originated in Brittany, a region in the northwest region of France and traditionally served on La Chandeleur, a holy day in the Catholic church, that falls on the 2nd of February. This day became known as “The Day Of The Crepes”. There is also a belief on that day, which is used while cooking the crepe. The belief is that, if you hold a coin in one hand, flip the crepe in the other hand, and catch the crepe while making your wish for the new year it would come true. But if you couldn't, then shame on you! To make the batter, you will start off by combining the buckwheat flour, all-purpose flour, and salt. Next, you make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the eggs, milk, water, and whisk from the inside out until the mixture becomes smooth. Then comes the patience for covering the mixture and letting it refrigerate for a few hours. After that long process is over you will add some melted butter and more water until the batter has the consistency of heavy cream. Here comes the cooking part! You will need to heat a large pan over a medium to high heat and ladle ⅓ cup of the batter into the pan off of the flame. Now you need to quickly tilt the pan from side to side to coat the pan evenly and thinly with the mixture. Then you’ll return the heat and cook until the edges have lightly browned which will take 1-2 minutes. The last thing you’ll need to do is flip the crepe and let it cook for about 1 more minute. To top off your crepe you can add toppings like; eggs, cheese, ham, tomatoes, spinach, or whatever you would like! A Creperie may be a takeaway restaurant/stall where you are likely to find crepes. They sell crepes like fast food or sometimes they are served at sit-down restaurants or cafes. They can be found in France and many other countries! But creperies are way more diverse in their selection since some restaurants/cafes sell them as a side, main meal, or a dessert. They may also have other baked goods served or drinks. 
 * Breton crepes **