This “sophisticated collection of 100 cookie recipes” from the legendary pastry chef will take you “well beyond the basic chocolate chip cookie” (Publishers Weekly).For three generations, François Payard’s family has been pleasing palates with mouth-watering pastries and confectionaries. Now, the renowned chef shares his favorite recipes for one of the most beloved desserts in the world: cookies.Filled with family recipes, elegant showstoppers, and...

The ultimate, easy-to-follow guide to making delectable, bakery-quality macarons at home!With their dazzling colors, bright flavors, and Parisian elegance, macarons have become a worldwide sensation. These little delights may seem daunting for home bakers, but authors Kathryn Gordon and Anne E. McBride are here to demystify macarons.With detailed instructions and a convenient Troubleshooting Guide, Les Petits Macrons features dozens of flavor combina...

Turn a passion for food into the job of a lifetime with the insider advice in Culinary Careers.Working in food can mean cooking on the line in a restaurant, of course, but there are so many more career paths available. No one knows this better than Rick Smilow—president of the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE), the award-winning culinary school in New York City—who has seen ICE graduates go on to prime jobs both in and out of professional kitchens. Tapping into that va...

When it comes to sweets, the French do it best!If you love macarons, sablé petit fours, and madeleines, you're in for a sweet treat. This delicious cookbook is full of recipes for bite-size French desserts that pack a sweet punch. With the tiny desserts featured in Les Petits Sweets, you can taste more than one, or have a dessert-tasting party to try them all. And try them you must. With flavors like:Earl Greylavendercassi...

“The bible for bread baking”—a favorite among renowned chefs and novice bakers alike—now updated for a new generation (The Washington Post)Beloved by professional and at-home bakers for decades, this indispensable bread making guide is the perfect book for new bakers building their skills or for those looking to expand their repertoire. In this deluxe edition, the same gentle, clear instructions and wonderful recipes created by the then-head cook at Tassaj...

The sumptuous debut cookbook from celebrated baker, activist, and pastry “It Girl,” Natasha Pickowicz.“One of the most inspiring baking books and a stunning piece of work that every home baker needs on their bookshelf.” —Kristina Cho, author of Mooncakes and Milk BreadNatasha Pickowicz is a creative force in the world of baking. Her pastries are uniquely delicious and surprising. She’s picked up three James Beard A...

Tuscan native and accomplished home cook Giulia Scarpaleggia shares the wholesome, comforting, and nostalgic recipes of cucina povera—Italian peasant cooking that is equal parts thrifty, nourishing, and delicious.The Italians call it l’arte dell’arrangiarsi, or the “art of making do with what you’ve got.” This centuries-old approach to ingredients and techniques, known as cucina povera, or peasant cooking, reveals the soul of Italian food at its best. It s...

Jason's love of shaking up tradition is evident. Adding fruits to bolster flavors in familiar baked goods is groundbreaking . . . steering us to experiment, try new combinations of flavors, and expand our baking vocabulary. — From the foreword by Martha StewartThere are many superlatives that can be used to describe Jason Schreiber as a person, a baker, a cake designer, an artist, and now a writer. But here's my favorite: Jason is simply delightful. This book will ...

Mmmm, doughnuts! A guide to making your own with an assortment of recipes included.Ranging from classic Old-Fashioned style doughnuts to lemony-glazed baked doughnuts topped with pistachios and sugar-dusted beignets, this book includes something for all doughnut-lovers.Yeasted, fried, baked, glazed, and sprinkled, doughnuts are enjoyed in all different shapes and sizes. Learn how easy making doughnuts at home is in this all-inclusive guide from the Williams-S...

Drinks with All the Tastiness of a Well-Formed Craft Cocktail, but Without the Alcohol!Choosing to be alcohol-free is becoming more and more popular, and the range of non-alcoholic drink options is growing steadily in the stores. But many of us are still in doubt when it comes to combining drinks with food. Water, juice, and possibly non-alcoholic beer are probably the options most of us who prefer not to imbibe finally choose. But when you have dinner, these option...

****Ina Garten named the Black & White cookie at William Greenberg Desserts the best in New York City**A Slice of Classic New York with Sweet Recipes that Cover Every Craving, from Rugelach** to Lemon Bars to Matzoh Walnut Brownies and Coconut Layer CakeWilliam Greenberg Desserts has been a New York City staple for more than seventy years. While maintaining and celebrating the signature recipes, such as the Linzer Tarts and classic Hamantaschen, an...

Love this? Check out Jeremy Pang's latest cookbook, Hong Kong KitchenAS SEEN ON TVCelebrate fast, furious and fresh Asian cooking with over 80 recipes from TV's Jeremy Pang and his award-winning cookery institution, School of Wok.Bringing together the best Asian flavours from across the continent, this book is a combination of quick-fire, easy meals that take minutes to cook up. Most recipes in the book uti...