“I think our bagels are special because I am more particular about texture than others. I check the condition of the dough more often to ensure that the texture is not compromised.” - Yukiko.

It’s no secret that the best way to enjoy WA-BAGEL’s assortment of Japanese-style bagels is by preserving their unique texture. It is essential to enjoying that freshly-baked-feeling at home! We have a few tips and tricks to ensure that you can savour our bagels over time, in the best way possible.

How to Heat Up and Store:

Ready-to-Eat Bagels at Home

TOASTER OVEN (Recommended)

  1. Preheat your toaster oven to 450°F.

  2. Toast for 4-5 minutes.

MICROWAVE (Quicker Method)

  1. Place the bagel in a microwave-safe container.

  2. Warm up for 20-30 seconds.
    *Heating time varies depending on the contents of the bagel filling

Saving Bagels for Later

If you want to enjoy your bagels later, store them in the freezer for up to one month. To prevent them from drying out, wrap each bagel individually on the day of purchase before freezing. For the best taste, it is recommended to consume the bagels sooner rather than later and within one month of freezing.

How to Heat Up:

Frozen Bagels at Home

TOASTER OVEN (Recommended)

  1. Thaw frozen bagels to room temperature. Bagels can also be defrosted in a microwave for 20-30 seconds if needed.

  2. Preheat your toaster oven to 450°F.

  3. Toast for 4-5 minutes.

MICROWAVE (Quicker Method)

  1. Place the frozen bagel in a microwave-safe container.

  2. Warm up in 20-30 second increments up to 1 minute to preserve the ideal chewy texture.
    *Heating time varies depending on the contents of the bagel filling