Macedonian-British baker and caterer Spasia Pandora Dinkovski effortlessly weaves ancient Balkan techniques and flavors into new and exciting recipes that remain completely authentic to her Slovak roots. Focusing on the skilled hands that created the beloved dishes of her past, including traditional Pogacha bread, savory Burek phyllo pies, Sour Cherry Baklava, and fried doughnut-like Tulumbi, this cookbook is filled with charming memories and stories of the recipes’ origins and how Spasia and her family prepare, serve, and enjoy each dish.
THE BALKAN KITCHEN BY IRINA JANAKIEVSKA
American-born owner of Berlin-based Fine Bagels bakery, James Beard Award finalist and cookbook author Laurel Kratochvila shares more than 120 recipes for classic dishes from pioneering Polish bakers as well as innovative creations of her own. Featuring craveable favorites such as Karpatka (Cream and Choux Cake); Rose and Almond Jewel Rugelach; and Horseradish, Beet, and Summer Greens Bialys, Laurel highlights a wide range of sweet and savory recipes, regional history, and notable names to follow in today’s Polish baking community.
In this detailed book, Ukrainian chef and social activist Yevhen Klopotenko takes on the challenging, yet crucial, role of preserving a generous selection of time-honored recipes from Ukraine’s past. Entrenched among a war-torn land, Yevhen has spent years advocating for Ukraine’s colorful cuisine to remain intact. Highlighting local spices, seasonal ingredients, and vibrant flavors, Yevhen’s experience as a chef can be found throughout the pages in helpful notes and small changes meant to elevate these classic dishes.
These fast-fix recipes are straightforward, satisfying, and can be measured, mixed, and baked in two hours or less.
This book delves into the fundamental types of French pastry dough, each possessing distinctive characteristics and versatile applications, that serve as the basis for an array of irresistible treats. Featuring more than 60 foundational recipes, step-by-step instructions, helpful tips and tricks, and full-color photography throughout, this book will give you the knowledge and confidence to master the essentials of pastry to create pâtisserie-style bakes at home.
Paris is more than a destination. It’s a lifestyle. Let Everyday Parisian blogger and photographer Rebecca Plotnick lead you on a journey of discovery in her new book, Paris Every Day. Chocolate or espresso, flower market or Musée d’Orsay, a small park or a favorite rooftop—you’ll find ideas for scouting these and more with photographs that reflect Rebecca’s decades-long love affair with the city.
James Beard Award-winning author Irina Georgescu shares how her journey along the Danube River shaped her latest cookbook, revealing deep cultural ties between food, family, and the land from Romania to Bulgaria.
Mix and knead your bread dough, cookie dough, cake batter, and nearly any other baked good – with the Ankarsrum Original stand mixer. This one-of-a-kind mixer features a stainless steel bowl and carbon steel base with a high-gloss finish.
A digital thermometer is terrific for checking the internal temperature of all manner of bakes, as well as liquids in doughs and batters and for frostings and glazes.
The original Bundt design from Nordic Ware accommodates 10 to 15 cup recipes and mixes. It’s a staple for every kitchen! Handles make lifting and unmolding a breeze.
The Elegant Party Bundt is a true work of art, boasting simple symmetry and perfectly-proportioned scalloped sides. Its design exudes elegance and grace, and with a generous 10-cup capacity, it is an ideal choice for those special moments. Crafted with precision from durable cast aluminum right here in America, it’s a testament to quality and tradition.
Nordic Ware’s most iconic shape in miniature! Classic and seasonless, this gorgeous pan makes six little Bundts, perfect for entertaining.
Photo courtesy of Williams Sonoma
Photo courtesy of Williams Sonoma
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Photo courtesy of Williams Sonoma
Photo courtesy of Williams Sonoma
Photo courtesy of Williams Sonoma
Photo courtesy of Williams Sonoma
Photo courtesy of Williams Sonoma
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