The two main reasons I wish I lived in San Francisco: Kris Hoogerhyde and Anne Walker. Kris and Anne are the founders of the Bi-Rite Creamery, where they make everything—and I mean everything—from scratch, and the line for their small-batch ice creams stretches down 18th Street.

Thanks to their new book (penned with former FC staffer Dabney Gough) anyone can make Bi-Rite’s most coveted flavors: Honey Lavender, Brown Butter Pecan, Salted Caramel, Balsamic Strawberry. They’re all there, along with recipes for their cones, cakes, cookies, and candy mix-ins. It’s a good thing, too. San Fran is a long way from Fine Cooking headquarters.

We’re delighted to feature Kris and Anne as the special guests on Fine Cooking’s Facebook page Thursday, June 28 from 3:00 – 4:00 EST. If you believe owning an ice cream maker is more essential than an air conditioner, you’ll want to dish with Kris and Anne.

Join us!

Balsamic Strawberry Ice Cream		Great Yellow Cake		Balsamic Strawberry Ice Cream Cake

For more on the book, read our totally impartial review and browse a slideshow of Homemade Ice Creams—including our favorite from the Bi-Rite artisans—for inspiration.