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 The Bagel has its roots in Poland.
In 1610, the community of Cracow, Poland, states that "beygls" will be given as gifts to women in childbirth.
In 1683, a Viennese baker wants to bake special bread to honor King John II Sobreski of Poland for saving the city from Turkish invaders. Known as "Vaneusker of the Turks," the King was a skilled horseman; so he bakes the bread in the shape of a riding stirrup. The Austrian word for "stir-up" is "Beugel." As the beugels' popularity spread throughout Eastern Europe, the name evolves but the formula and tradition remains unchanged for three centuries.
In 1880, thousands of Eastern European Jews immigrate to the USA. They bring with them a desire for bagels. On New Yorks Lower East Side street vendors are selling bagels.
In 1907, the International Bakers Union is founded in New York City.
In 1920, Joseph and Isaac Breakstone market a new item called "Cream Cheese." It becomes a big hit with the New York Jewish Community and becomes a standard spread for bagels.
In 1962, a gentlemen named Mr. Murray Lender sells frozen bagels in your local supermarket. His dream is a "bagel in every toaster."
In 1983, Joe and John open Brooklyns famous "Tasty Bagels" in the heart of Bensonhurst.
In 1984, The "Big Wheel Bagel" is born. The 24-inch diameter genuine bagel becomes a signature product in the Bensonhurst Community for every conceivable party. They are filled with Italian cold cuts or more traditional roast beef and turkey.
In 1998, "Tasty Bagels" begins to ship their delicious bagels nationwide. Now everyone, no matter where you live, can enjoy the delicious taste of authentic Brooklyn-born bagels, delivered directly to your home or workplace.
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