Summary

It's a baker's delight: home baking that's simple but simply scrumptious with results that are sweet perfection. Even the larger-than-life, full-page photos look good enough to eat! Serious bakers and tempted-to-try novices start with tempting toppers and fillers, including essential glazes, icings, fondants, marzipan, and banoffi cream. Then it's on to more than 90 international culinary jewels, including English scones, French madeleines, tarts, roulades, cakes, biscuits, muffins, and meringues. Tips on how to buy fresh, quality ingredients, plus stylish decorating and serving add a professional finish. It's the ultimate source in baking and sure to become a staple in every cook's library.