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  • Baker's Manualby Joseph Amendola; Nicole Rees

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 29.95

    Crucial formulas for baking success--an updated edition of the classic reference What do virtually all breads and desserts have in common? They rely on baking formulas, the building block "recipes" that every serious baker must master. For example, behind every tempting napoleon lies a formula for classic puff pastry, while a truly heavenly chocolate brownie cannot exist without the knowledge of how to temper chocolate. Compiled by a veteran instructor at The Culinary Institute of America, this authoritative reference contains 200 completely up-to-date formulas using essential ingredients found in today's pastry kitchens. From American Pie Dough and P?t? Bris?e to Pastry Cream and Cr?me Anglaise, these recipes are written in small- and large-yield... more...

  • The Pastry Chef's Companionby Glenn Rinsky; Laura Halpin Rinsky

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2008; US$ 19.95

    With more than 4,800 terms and definitions from around the world plus ten appendices filled with helpful resources, The Pastry Chef's Companion combines the best features of a dictionary and an encyclopedia. In addition to the current terminology of every component of pastry, baking, and confectionary arts, this book provides important information about the origin and historical background of many of the terms. Moreover, it offers coverage of flavor trends, industry practices, key success factors, a resources list, illustrations, and phonetic pronunciations. more...

  • Ratioby Michael Ruhlman

    Simon & Schuster 2009; US$ 12.99

    WHEN YOU KNOW A RATIO, IT’S NOT LIKE KNOWING A SINGLE RECIPE, IT’S INSTANTLY KNOWING A THOUSAND. In Ratio, Michael Ruhlman, recognized as one of the great translators of the chef’s craft for both home cooks and culinary professionals, shows how cooking with ratios will unchain you from recipes and set you free. Ratio is the truth of cooking: basic preparations that teach us how the fundamental ingredients of the kitchen—water, flour, butter and oils, milk and cream, and eggs—work. Detailing thirty-three essential ratios and suggesting enticing variations, Ruhlman empowers every cook to make countless doughs, batters, stocks, sauces, meats, and custards without ever again having to locate a recipe. more...

  • The Bread Baker's Apprenticeby Peter Reinhart; Ron Manville

    Ten Speed Press 2011; US$ 18.99

    Co-founder of the legendary Brother Juniper’s Bakery, author of the landmark books Brother Juniper’s Bread Book and Crust & Crumb , and distinguished instructor at the world’s largest culinary academy, Peter Reinhart has been a leader in America’s artisanal bread movement for over fifteen years. Never one to be content with yesterday’s baking triumph, however, Peter continues to refine his recipes and techniques in his never-ending quest for extraordinary bread. In The Bread Baker’s Apprentice , Peter shares his latest bread breakthroughs, arising from his study in several of France’s famed boulangeries and the always-enlightening time spent in the culinary academy kitchen with his students.... more...

  • Mrs. Rowe's Little Book of Southern Piesby Mollie Cox Bryan; Mrs Rowe's Family Restaurant

    Ten Speed Press 2011; US$ 10.99

    Legendary Recipes from Virginia's Queen of Pie  Mrs. Rowe, known fondly as "the Pie Lady" by legions of loyal customers, was the quintessential purveyor of all-American comfort food. Today her family carries on this legacy at the original Mrs. Rowe's Restaurant and Bakery in Staunton, Virginia, as well as at the new country buffet. The restaurant's bustling take-out counter sells a staggering 100 handmade pies every day! With the pies being snapped up that quickly, it's no wonder that Mrs. Rowe urged her customers to order dessert first. In Mrs. Rowe's Little Book of Southern Pies , recipes for Southern classics like Key Lime Pie and Pecan Fudge Pie sit alongside restaurant favorites like French Apple Pie and Original Coconut... more...

  • Macaronsby Cecile Cannone

    Ulysses Press 2010; US$ 14.95

    From acclaimed pastry chef Cecile Cannone, founder of MacarOn café in New York City, comes the ultimate guide to baking delicious French macarons. These adorable sandwich-like treats have exploded in popularity and have been declared by many to be the hottest dessert since the cupcake. With stunning photographs and easy-to-follow directions, the chef shares her expert secrets for creating the perfect cookie. Featuring delicious favorite flavors — like rich dark chocolate, nutty pistachio, and creamy lemon as well as more unusual offerings such as white crème brule, espresso, and even green tea —the book includes macaron recipes for every taste. more...

  • The Art of the Chocolatierby Ewald Notter; Joe Brooks; Lucy Schaeffer

    John Wiley & Sons 2010; US$ 65.00

    A must-have guide to chocolate making and chocolate showpiece design, from renowned confectionery expert Ewald Notter Covering the full spectrum of chocolate work-from the fundamentals of chocolate making to instruction on advanced showpiece design and assembly- The Art of the Chocolatier is the most complete and comprehensive guide to chocolate-making on the market. The book covers basic information on ingredients, equipment, and common techniques in the pastry kitchen, while also offering clear, step-by-step instructions on creating small candies and large-scale chocolate pieces. This is the ideal book for pastry students enrolled in chocolate and confectionery courses, as well as working professionals and even serious home confectioners... more...

  • Les Petits Macaronsby Kathryn Gordon; Anne E. McBride

    Running Press 2011; US$ 18.00

    Macarons, the stuff of bakers’ candy-coated dreams, have taken the world by storm and are demystified here for the home baker, With dozens of flavor combinations, recipes are structured with three basic shell methods—French, Swiss, and Italian—plus one never-before-seen Easiest French Macaron Method. Pick one that works for you, and go on to create French-inspired pastry magic with nothing more than a mixer, an oven, and a piping bag.   Try shells flavored with pistachio, blackberry, coconut, and red velvet, filled with the likes of sesame buttercream, strawberry guava pâte de fruit, crunchy dark chocolate ganache, and lemon curd. Or go savory with shells like saffron, parsley, and ancho chile paired with fillings... more...

  • Understanding Bakingby Joseph Amendola; Nicole Rees

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 29.95

    The essential-and accessible-guide to the science of baking Baking is as much a science as an art. That's why, in addition to mastering basic techniques and recipes, every baker must also learn about the science that underlies the baking craft. Guided by contemporary baking and pastry research and practice, this new edition of Joseph Amendola's invaluable reference gives readers knowledge that they can apply to their own baking-whether it's selecting the right flour, understanding how different leavening agents work, or learning about using new baking ingredients and additives to enhance favorite recipes. Written in a clear, easy-to-understand style, Understanding Baking is an essential companion for anyone who is serious about baking. more...

  • The Good Cookieby Tish Boyle

    John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2002; US$ 34.95

    A delicious collection of cookie recipes of all kinds—now in paperback Here's the book that no self-respecting cookie lover can resist. The Good Cookie shares a fresh and tantalizing selection of more than 250 recipes from around the globe—complete with expert instructions on how to bake them. From rugged Cranberry Orange Nut Bars and irresistible Bittersweet Chocolate Biscotti to sophisticated Chocolate-Filled Almond Hearts, you'll find recipes of every type and stripe. The book features basic drop cookies, beautiful hand-formed cookies, delectable sandwich cookies, complex decorator cookies, and more. Plus, there's plenty of interesting and fun information on the cookie's history, technique, ingredients, and other tidbits... more...