For many people, pastries, cakes, chocolates, and sweets come ready to eat right from the grocery store. If they're lucky, a local bakery or chocolate shop satisfies the community's sweet tooth. Few people think they have the skill or the time to tackle something as seemingly complicated and time-consuming as homemade pastry. In The Pastry Chef's Apprentice, author Mitch Stamm simplifies a culinary school's core pastry curriculum and teaches the reader...

Originally published in France, Maison Kayser's French Pastry Workshop provides step-by-step instruction for making dozens of classic desserts. From festive creations to simple but sophisticated fare, Kayser provides clearly written recipes and his expert insight so you can replicate his delectable creations. More than 70 recipes include his bakery bestsellers, such as raspberry macaroons, lemon meringue tartlets, Epiphany cake, Yule logs, financiers,...

"Taking inspiration from the likes of Tim Burton, Wes Craven, Alfred Hitchcock, and Vincent Price, and mixing in a dash of Stepford Wife, Christine McConnell's brilliantly original baking projects are a league above and beyond your average cake or pastry."--back cover.

"A ... baking bible for the twenty-first century from the James Beard nominee who has redefined American baking, with 120 scientifically grounded recipes for sweet and savory baked goods"--

"Whether you're a baking enthusiast or just want to whip up the occasional treat, you will be able to ... make ... brownies, banana bread, holiday pies, birthday cakes, homemade bread, and more, with recipes including: chocolate sheet cake with ganache frosting, peanut butter and jelly thumbprints, beer bread, apple walnut muffins, peach cobbler, milk chocolate caramel tart, and more"--Publisher marketing.

"The only book you'll ever need to create perfectly delicious cakes, pastries, biscuits, breads, pizzas and desserts time and time again. Featuring more than 80 recipes! -- Back cover.

In Ashland, Oregon, Jules Capshaw's Torte bakeshop is hosting a midsummer night's weddingEwhere a party crasher takes someone out with a serving of poisoned wine. When Jules discovers the deadly cup was intended for her, it's time to turn the tables on a killer. Original.inal.

Simple recipes for sweet and savory bites From the frozen treats we look forward to during the hot days of summer to all-day suckers, hot dogs, and even cake, everything tastes better on a stick. So why not pie? Pie Pops are just that, mini pies on a stick that will appeal to both young and old alike. With simple recipes and ingredients that include sweet and savory fillings, people of all ages will appreciate this simple, portable way to enjoy traditional...

The second book in The French Cook series, following The French Cook: Sauces, classically French trained author Holly Herrick dips into the marvelously versatile world of choux pastry, or pâte à choux. The buttery, nutty, even-flavor of this dough invites myriad flavors, in both sweet and savory categories and in many shapes - cream puffs, éclairs, rings, and more. Whether it be a savory petit éclair filled with an avocado mousse layered with...

Indulge in Sweet Mastery: Culinary Confections Unveiled Are you yearning to master the art of creating exquisite pastries? Dive into "Culinary Confections: A Palette of Pastry Delights" where every page unveils the secrets to perfecting the art of baking. Whether you're a novice or an experienced baker, this book is your gateway to crafting confections that mesmerize the taste buds. About This Book:Unlock the Secrets: Delve into step-by-step guides...