Las Vegas never really sleeps—and when the night winds down, early-morning comfort matters most. Whether you're just finishing a late shift or heading home from a show, Abel's starts baking before dawn so fresh bagels are ready when the city wakes.

What gives a real New York-style bagel its signature chew? The answer lies in a crucial step most people don’t even think about: boiling before baking. Dive into the tradition, technique, and flavor science behind why we boil every bagel we make at Abel’s — and how that one step makes all the difference.