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Book SynopsisThe most soul-warming, happiness-invoking recipes for those on the ketogenic diet

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Book SynopsisRECOMMENDED BY SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE AS A "BEST BOOK ABOUT FOOD OF 2016"! READERS WITH AN INTEREST IN THE HISTORY OF FOOD AND AMERICANA WILL SAVOR THIS CULTURAL HISTORY There's more to candy than its sugary taste. As this book shows, candy has a remarkable history, most of it sweet, some of it bitter. The author, a food historian and candy expert, tells the whole story-from the harvesting of the marshmallow plant in ancient Egypt to the mass-produced candy innovations of the twentieth century. Along the way, the reader is treated to an assortment of entertaining facts and colorful characters. These include a deposed Mexican president who ignited the modern chewing gum industry, the Native Americans who created pemmican, an important food, by mixing fruit with dried meat, and the little-known son of a slave woman who invented the sugar-processing machine still in use today. Susan Benjamin traces people's changing palate over the centuries as roots, barks, and even bugs were savored as treats. She surveys the many uses of chocolate from the cacao bean enjoyed by Olmec Indians to candy bars carried by GIs in World War II. She notes that many candies are associated with world's fairs and other major historical events. Fun and informative, this book will make you appreciate the candy you love even more by revealing the fascinating backstory behind it.

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Book SynopsisApple cider vinegar has a long history as a folk remedy for a variety of health conditions and, as a result, has achieved something akin to cult status among natural health enthusiasts. But many people don’t realize that there is a whole world of options beyond store-bought ACV or distilled white vinegar. In fact, vinegar can be made from anything with fermentable sugar, whether leftover juicing pulp or brown bananas, wildflowers or beer. With her in-depth guide, Kirsten K. Shockey takes readers on a deep dive into the wide-ranging possibilities alive in this ancient condiment, health tonic, and global kitchen staple. In-depth coverage of the science of vinegar and the basics of equipment, brewing, bottling, and aging gives readers the foundational skills and knowledge for fermenting their own vinegar. Then the real journey begins, as the book delves into the many methods and ingredients for making vinegars, from apple cider to red wine to rice to aged balsamic. Along the way, Shockey shares insights into vinegar-making traditions around the world and her own recipes for making vinegar tonics, infused vinegars, and oxymels.

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Book SynopsisPUBLISHERS WEEKLY BESTSELLER Gold Award Winner in “Food, Cooking, & Healthy Eating” Category of the the Nautilus Awards “Unadulterated, smart, beautifully rendered, and often thrilling… This is delicious, adventuresome entertainment for the mind, soul, heart, and stomach.” —Kirkus Review “Adventurous Anthony Bourdain-esque eaters and readers will savor David Moscow’s every word as he travels far (Ciao, sea of Sardinia) and near (howdy, Texas plains) to learn from farmers, hunters, fisherfolk, and scientists about how our food reaches our plates.” —Reader's Digest David Moscow, the creator and star of the groundbreaking series From Scratch, takes us on an exploration of our planet’s complex and interconnected food supply, showing us where our food comes from and why it matters in his new book of global culinary adventures.In an effort to help us reconnect with the food that sustains our lives, David Moscow has spent four years going around the world, meeting with rock-star chefs, and sourcing ingredients within local food ecosystems—experiences taking place in over twenty countries that include milking a water buffalo to make mozzarella for pizza in Italy; harvesting oysters in Long Island Sound and honey from wild bees in Kenya; and making patis in the Philippines, beer in Malta, and sea salt in Iceland. Moscow takes us on deep dives (sometimes literally) with fisherfolk, farmers, scientists, community activists, historians, hunters, and more, bringing back stories of the communities, workers, and environments involved—some thriving, some in jeopardy, all interconnected with food. The result is this travel journal that marvels in the world around us while simultaneously examining the environmental issues, cultural concerns, and overlooked histories intertwined with the food we eat to survive and thrive. Through the people who harvest, hunt, fish, and forage each day, we come to understand today’s reality and tomorrow’s risks and possibilities.Trade Review“The Moscows have a very engaging voice—readable, informative, and capable of weaving complex information into a captivating narrative, sprinkling sugar on the hard-core information of the story. I was engaged, entertained, informed and pulled along by this tour de force. Bravo!” -- LynNell Hancock, Professor, Columbia Graduate School of Journalism and Director, Spencer Education Fellowship“You don’t need to be some kind of foodie to find this book tasty…and just brilliant.” -- Greg Palast, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Best Democracy Money Can Buy and other books“Perhaps because David is not a culinary insider—not a chef or a farmer or a hunter—the result is something as accessible as it is adventurous. As someone who has actually been in the field with David, I can say that this book wonderfully captures the feeling of being right beside him on his wild, educational, surprisingly humorous, and often shocking adventures.” -- Clay Jeter, Director, Emmy-nominated Netflix series Chef’s Table“I’m still rocking in the wake of reading From Scratch, an all-out adventure of food exploration and education. With a food system that increasingly denies the existence of seasons, it’s an urgent reminder of where our food comes from. The Moscows bring the ancient human art of feeding ourselves back into consciousness.” -- Chef Dan Barber, Blue Hill at Stone Barns“I was prepared not to like this. Oysters? Who gives a shit? But it’s great—like reading an episode of a really good food show, and being taken behind the scenes and somewhere you have never been. The shit really pops. Great stuff.” -- Jeff Pearlman, New York Times Bestselling Author of Showtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s and other books“I loved it...(it’s) both highly educational and highly entertaining. And mighty fine writing. The history lessons are rich and layered, but very accessible. And so is the personal narrative.” -- Kevin Powell, Writer, Civil and Human Rights Activist“From Scratch is a fascinating and necessary book making the connection between global food production, climate and environmental devastation, and disease. Combining science, history, social, and culinary commentary, David and Jon Moscow point to the limitations of a consumer-driven, instant-gratification food culture, and invite us to return to the wonder and integrity of the full food cycle—from scratch to finish; honoring time-intensive processes necessary for both our personal and collective well-being.” -- Adjoa Jones de Almeida, Deputy Director for Learning & Social Impact, Brooklyn Museum

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Book SynopsisLose Weight and Keep It Lost“A must-read primer for anyone who has worked hard to lose weight and wants to keep it off.”—Tamilee Webb, MA, star of Buns of SteelHow to maintain weight. Don't rely on your neighbor's latest gym stories or diet fad. Lose It Forever is a cutting-edge self-help book based on data from the National Weight Control Registry. Inside, you’ll learn what’s worked for the thousands of others trying to lose weight fast—and keep it there.Proven how to maintain weight strategies. Despite the overflowing bookshelves of dieting tips and health books, the U.S. remains the most overweight country in the world. Most people who work towards successful fat loss just gain weight back a few weeks later. And frankly, many of us are just always hungry or overeating. So, what’s unique about those who succeed? The answer is buried deep in the archives at the Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center, home to the largest study of successful long-term weight loss maintenance.Learn how to make the life changes you need. The National Weight Control Registry includes data from more than ten-thousand individuals about their weight, nutrition and fitness habits, and weight management strategies. This is where Jason Karp comes in—a nationally-certified coach, medical doctor devoted to healthy living, and the founder of the REVO₂LUTION RUNNING™ certification program. In his unique self-help book, he boils data down into actionable tips and wellness strategies for your everyday life.Inside, you’ll learn that not all carbs are bad, eating can increase energy, and maintainable ways to: Monitor your fats, carbohydrates, and protein Exercise (a lot!) daily Control your calorie intake with diets that work If you enjoy nutrition books, healthy eating books, or fitness books—like Mini Habits for Weight Loss, Why We Get Fat, or Good Calories, Bad Calories—then you’ll love Lose It Forever.Table of ContentsContents Acknowledgments Warm-Up Introduction Habit 1: Live with Intention Habit 2: Control Yourself Habit 3: Control Calories Habit 4: Eat a Low-Fat, High-Carbohydrate Diet Habit 5: Eat Breakfast Habit 6: Exercise (a Lot) Every Day Epilogue About the Author References

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Book SynopsisFlavCity Five Ingredient Meals For Easy Weeknight Dinners and More!#1 Bestseller in Slow Cooker Recipes, Heart Healthy Cooking, Diets & Weight Loss, Gluten-Free Diets, Budget Cooking, Green Housekeeping, and Allergies, Special Conditions, Cooking Methods, Regional & International, Soul Food, and Quick & EasyYou don’t have to be a chef to create delicious food. In fact, it only takes a handful of ingredients to make mouthwatering and easy weeknight dinners. This cookbook by Bobby and Dessi Parrish is packed full of simple, healthy dinner ideas that even newbie cooks find easy to make.An introduction to easy meals and cooking. Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated. Food Network champion Bobby Parrish shares the ins and outs of their 5-ingredient meals and assures us his quick and easy dinner recipes are doable for all. By keeping the recipes to five ingredients, Bobby demonstrates just how easy cooking can be. From savory snacks to easy weeknight dinners packed with flavor, this easy (and healthy!) recipe book is just what your kitchen needs. But Bobby and Dessi’s tips don’t stop there―they know that a key aspect of these simple healthy recipes is the prep work at the grocery store beforehand.Hacks for smarter grocery shopping. Going to the grocery store can be a bit overwhelming, especially if your list is long! Fortunately, these five-ingredient recipes make grocery shopping and picking the right ingredients for easy weeknight dinners far less daunting. But smarter grocery shopping is about more than what’s on your list. It’s about knowing how to pick the “best in class” products. Inside find: 50 easy healthy meals that only take five ingredients Advice for cooking with a combination of store-bought and fresh items Essential insight into smarter grocery shopping If you enjoyed books like Keto Meal Prep by FlavCity, 5 Ingredients, The Well Plated Cookbook, or The Easy 5-Ingredient Healthy Cookbook, you’ll love FlavCity’s 5 Ingredient Meals.

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Book SynopsisFlavCity Five Ingredient Meals For Easy Weeknight Dinners and More!#1 Bestseller in Slow Cooker Recipes, Heart Healthy Cooking, Diets & Weight Loss, Gluten-Free Diets, Budget Cooking, Green Housekeeping, and Allergies, Special Conditions, Cooking Methods, Regional & International, Soul Food, and Quick & EasyYou don’t have to be a chef to create delicious food. In fact, it only takes a handful of ingredients to make mouthwatering and easy weeknight dinners. This cookbook by Bobby and Dessi Parrish is packed full of simple, healthy dinner ideas that even newbie cooks find easy to make.An introduction to easy meals and cooking. Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated. Food Network champion Bobby Parrish shares the ins and outs of their 5-ingredient meals and assures us his quick and easy dinner recipes are doable for all. By keeping the recipes to five ingredients, Bobby demonstrates just how easy cooking can be. From savory snacks to easy weeknight dinners packed with flavor, this easy (and healthy!) recipe book is just what your kitchen needs. But Bobby and Dessi’s tips don’t stop there―they know that a key aspect of these simple healthy recipes is the prep work at the grocery store beforehand.Hacks for smarter grocery shopping. Going to the grocery store can be a bit overwhelming, especially if your list is long! Fortunately, these five-ingredient recipes make grocery shopping and picking the right ingredients for easy weeknight dinners far less daunting. But smarter grocery shopping is about more than what’s on your list. It’s about knowing how to pick the “best in class” products. Inside find: 50 easy healthy meals that only take five ingredients Advice for cooking with a combination of store-bought and fresh items Essential insight into smarter grocery shopping If you enjoyed books like Keto Meal Prep by FlavCity, 5 Ingredients, The Well Plated Cookbook, or The Easy 5-Ingredient Healthy Cookbook, you’ll love FlavCity’s 5 Ingredient Meals.

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Book SynopsisHost Simple Backyard Gatherings with a Lavish Outdoor Living Aesthetic“With recipes and pairings that are as gorgeous as they are delicious, The Outdoor Table will completely change your next alfresco meal.” —Lisa Dawn Bolton, author of On Boards#1 New Release in Garden Furnishings, Table Setting, Brunch & Tea, Family Activities, Salads, and Cookies, Holidays, and Decorating Create gorgeous get togethers that are fun for everyone—including youBring simple-yet-beautiful entertaining to your own backyard, the park, the beach, the forest, or other outdoor spots. Perfect for anyone who is searching for innovative hosting ideas, is a fan of fresco dining, or has an open-air space that is ideal for outside fun, The Outdoor Table gives you the tools to take your get-togethers from mundane to fabulous. Outdoor living made delightful. You can sit back with loved ones, mingle with coworkers, or host a group in en plein air and see just how simple outdoor entertaining can be. This laid-back outdoor living kit helps you host like a pro. Author Alanna O’Neil shares her insights and strategies for creating simple-yet-elegant gatherings, and with her help, you can create them too. Find the perfect aesthetic party decor to set the stage, create simple-yet-scrumptious bites your guests will love, and tuck away perfectly curated recipe lists for future gatherings while you enjoy endless conversations with company. With The Outdoor Table, you’ll be the go-to host for anything under the sun—or stars.Inside this unique party book, you’ll find: Aesthetic party essentials like decor and innovative location suggestions Dinner party do’s—from delectable dishes to table setting displays Recipes that allow you to get out of the kitchen and spend time with your friends If you liked Nothing Fancy, Tables & Spreads, or Barefoot Contessa Parties!, you’ll love The Outdoor Table.Trade Review“Alfresco eating at its freshest and most colourful. I would love a seat at Alanna’s outdoor table.” —Paola Bacchia, author of Istria “Alanna O’Neil’s The Outdoor Table is more than a cookbook; it is an immersive masterclass on outdoor entertaining, with practical tips on everything from lighting to food safety. The simple, fresh recipes, designed to be prepared in advance, are a delight for the eye as well as the palate. I will undoubtably use this book as inspiration for all my outdoor meals in the years to come!”—Laurel Evans, author of Liguria “With recipes and pairings that are as gorgeous as they are delicious, The Outdoor Table will completely change your next alfresco meal. Full of bright and vibrant photography, Alanna inspires you to step outside for your next meal, bring together friends and family, and enjoy some of the most beautiful plates. She takes you beyond the food with so many helpful tips and inspirational ideas for taking your next outdoor dining experience to another level. The Outdoor Table is an absolute must-have addition to your cookbook collection.”—Lisa Dawn Bolton, author of On Boards “Dust off the outdoor cushions and crank up the umbrella. Readers now have the tools to host a great outdoor get-together that will impress.“—Library Journal

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Book SynopsisMake every day a spell-tacular celebration with this Harry Potter-inspired cookbook, featuring delicious recipes for magical snacks and Great Hall-worthy feasts.

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Book SynopsisUbe, meaning ''tuber'' in Tagalog, is a purple yam originating from the Philippines. Ube is totally unique - it is flavourful, sweet, nutty, and bright purple! Its one-of-a-kind flavour and showstopping colour have made it the trendiest ingredient in baked goods and desserts in Asia and around the world. Now, with the first ube-dedicated baking book, you can make your own violet and exceptional creations. With over 50 beautiful photographs and easy-to-follow recipes, award-winning baker Henry Awayan offers his traditional childhood favourites as well as brand-new creations, including: Ube halaya (Filipino jam); White-chocolate chip ube brownies; Halo halo; Mango ube cream tart; Ube creme brulee And more! Perfect for fans of Trader Joe''s Ube Mochi Pancake and Waffle Mix or home chefs of all levels, this book will add a pop of colour to your baking game.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the hidden gems that embody the spirit of London with this go-to guide to the best signature cocktails in town.Explore the most popular hotspots, tube stops, and drinks that London has to offer. From classy rooftop bars to eccentric, hidden watering holes, take a tour through London's diverse cocktail scene with this guide. Discover the unique character of each location and the signature recipes from these venues. You will feel like you're really there long before you order your first drink. Inside you'll find: 50 bar profiles and bartender highlights Beautifully illustrated pages that showcase the heart of each location Background on the bustling history of the London bar scene Never be without a drink with recipes from timeless locations and profiles on some of the best bartenders you've never heard of. Bring London's charm to your home bar anywhere in the world. You'll find yourself right at home with Drink Like a Local London.

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Book SynopsisThis elegant collection of over 100 recipes is inspired by Minneapolis and Saint Paul.Amongst the dramatic skylines, natural beauty, food halls, and award-winning theater is a booming cocktail culture just waiting to be explored. These signature drink recipes from Twin Cities hotspots pay homage to these vibrant areas. With over 100 recipes and dozens of bartender profiles, you can drink like a local wherever you are. Residents and tourists alike will discover locations and drinks that are sure to satisfy all tastes. This book is broken down by neighborhood, so you can find the best of the best bars and finest signature creations that Saint Paul and Minneapolis have to offer.Within the gorgeous, die-cut covers, you'll find: More than 100 essential and exciting cocktail recipes, including recipes for bespoke ingredients and other serving suggestions Interviews with the Twin Cities’ trendsetting bartenders and mixologists Bartending tips and techniques from the experts Food and drink destinations And much more! Get a taste of Minnesota's craft cocktail scene without ever leaving your zip code with Twin Cities Cocktails.

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Book SynopsisPlaneswalkers! Feast your way through Magic: The Gathering with this first-ever official cookbook inspired by the beloved game.Featuring more than 70 recipes inspired by Magic: The Gathering, this cookbook takes readers on a journey through the beloved game with easy-to-follow recipes. With beautiful full-color photography as well as art from the game, Magic: The Gathering: The Official Cookbook is a must-have for foodies and fans alike. OVER 70 RECIPES: Includes over 70 recipes from snacks to desserts inspired by game lore and utilizing real-world ingredients. MAKE YOUR GATHERING MAGIC: Make delicious dishes inspired by the game to serve at game nights or any gathering. INSPIRING PHOTOS: Beautiful full-color recipe photos help ensure success. LEVEL UP: Recipes range from simple to sophisticated for home chefs of every skill level. OFFICIALLY LICENSED COOKBOOK: Created in collaboration with Wizards of the Coast, this is the only officially licensed Magic: The Gathering cookbook.

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Book SynopsisCraft classic drinks with the first official cocktail book inspired by the life and legacy of John Wayne.Based on the iconic and beloved actor John Wayne, this collection of satisfying drinks takes cocktail enthusiasts on a trip through some of John Wayne’s most memorable characters, films and extraordinary life. This unique book includes seventy recipes for delicious, handcrafted cocktails and a selection of tasteful bar bites to pair with the beverages. With drinks inspired by characters such as Rooster Cogburn, Big Jake McCandles, and Davy Crockett, John Wayne: The Official Cocktail Book includes step-by-step instructions, tips on how to craft the perfect cocktail, and beautiful full-color photography. This book is an essential addition to every fan’s bar cart or bookshelf. OFFICIALLY LICENSED: The first officially licensed John Wayne cocktail book. Created in conjunction with John Wayne Enterprises. 70+ RECIPES: From refreshing cocktails to serve a crowd to tasty after-dinner sips, learn to make dozens of specialty drinks inspired by The Duke DELICIOUS BAR BITES: Includes recipes for delicious nibbles to accompany the libations and create a perfect cocktail party MOVIE MEMORIES: Relive favorite characters, scenes from John Wayne’s filmography of more than 80 movies FULL-COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY: Features beautiful full color photography of the delicious drinks COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: Complete your John Wayne collection the treasure trove of memorabilia, stories, and interviews John Wayne: The Genuine Article

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Book SynopsisThe sumptuous debut cookbook from celebrated baker, activist, and pastry "it girl" Natasha Pickowicz Natasha Pickowicz is a creative force in the world of baking. Her pastries are uniquely delicious and surprising. She's picked up three James Beard Award nominations for her time as a professional pastry chef. Her buzzy bake sales for Planned Parenthood and other nonprofits have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars. Now she shares her recipes and baking know-how in a debut cookbook brimming with the energy, passion, joy, knowledge, and spirit of generosity that define her work. The recipes are fresh and uncomplicated, drawing on the author's Chinese and Californian heritage. She pairs nectarine and miso in a tarte tatin and makes a layer cake with olive oil, mascarpone, and fennel. Black cardamom gets tucked into pecan sticky buns, and galettes go savoury with kabocha squash. And she's a born teacher. Of course pastry requires a real focus on detail and technique, but the author is here at every step with invaluable tips: underbeat meringue; boil your plum stones to extract even more plum flavour; look for "first-press" yuzu juice; for the flakiest pie dough, first freeze your butter, then use a grater to get perfect shreds. More Than Cake means baking to bring people together. It calls on you to prioritize pleasure. As the author writes, "Dessert is beyond simple calories and nutrition. . . . It spreads delight in a way that no other kind of dish can. This is something I think people really need-it's not optional." It's a philosophy to live by.Trade Review“Natasha takes the natural yet whimsical aesthetic, unique sweet-and-savory flavor combinations, and technical mastery that have made her a pastry chef ’s pastry chef and translates them into approachable, achievable recipes for the home baker.” —Claire Saffitz, author of What’s for Dessert “It’s almost impossible to capture the reciprocal joy that comes from making and sharing beautiful baked goods with friends—oh wait, Natasha Pickowicz has done it perfectly, right here.” —Carla Lalli Music, author of That Sounds So Good and Where Cooking Begins “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 Bread “Natasha’s dedication to bringing people together through food to benefit community is widely known and admired, and this book showcases her love for the art and craft of simple, beautiful pastry, with a particular talent for combining the traditional with surprise elements to create something wholly new.” —Liz Prueitt, chef/owner, Tartine Bakery “Natasha’s respect for ingredients (the fruit section reads as a love letter), genius ingredient pairings (see Olive Oil Cake with Crispy Capers), and ability to balance aspirational with accessible make this book a must-have and prove that—not to be redundant—it is so much more than cake.” —Antoni Porowski, author of Antoni: Let’s Do Dinner “In the Natasha Pickowicz weltanschauung, mottled radicchio is a layer cake garnish, the bake sale is a middle finger of defiance, you make your own condensed milk (say what?), Parker House rolls are fig leafed, and Mom does all the illustrations.” —Brooks Headley, chef/operator,Superiority Burger “In More Than Cake, Natasha has collected delicious recipes that perfectly reflect her originality and sense of whimsy. Inspired!” —Claudia Fleming, author of Delectable “Think of More Than Cake as your guide to capturing the happiness of baking, the pleasure of making something fabulously delicious with your hands and your heart, and the satisfaction of sharing what you’ve made with others.” —Dorie Greenspan, author of Baking with Dorie “Pickowicz’s melodic prose makes you want to curl up with her book, a cup of tea, and one of her pecan and black cardamom buns and revel in the originality of such outside-the-box recipes.”—Booklist “Natasha takes the natural yet whimsical aesthetic, unique sweet-and-savory flavor combinations, and technical mastery that have made her a pastry chef ’s pastry chef and translates them into approachable, achievable recipes for the home baker.” —Claire Saffitz, author of What’s for Dessert “It’s almost impossible to capture the reciprocal joy that comes from making and sharing beautiful baked goods with friends—oh wait, Natasha Pickowicz has done it perfectly, right here.” —Carla Lalli Music, author of That Sounds So Good and Where Cooking Begins “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 Bread “Natasha’s dedication to bringing people together through food to benefit community is widely known and admired, and this book showcases her love for the art and craft of simple, beautiful pastry, with a particular talent for combining the traditional with surprise elements to create something wholly new.” —Liz Prueitt, chef/owner, Tartine Bakery “Natasha’s respect for ingredients (the fruit section reads as a love letter), genius ingredient pairings (see Olive Oil Cake with Crispy Capers), and ability to balance aspirational with accessible make this book a must-have and prove that—not to be redundant—it is so much more than cake.” —Antoni Porowski, author of Antoni: Let’s Do Dinner “In the Natasha Pickowicz weltanschauung, mottled radicchio is a layer cake garnish, the bake sale is a middle finger of defiance, you make your own condensed milk (say what?), Parker House rolls are fig leafed, and Mom does all the illustrations.” —Brooks Headley, chef/operator,Superiority Burger “In More Than Cake, Natasha has collected delicious recipes that perfectly reflect her originality and sense of whimsy. Inspired!” —Claudia Fleming, author of Delectable “Think of More Than Cake as your guide to capturing the happiness of baking, the pleasure of making something fabulously delicious with your hands and your heart, and the satisfaction of sharing what you’ve made with others.” —Dorie Greenspan, author of Baking with Dorie“It’s hard to pick just one thing to love about pastry maven and activist Natasha Pickowicz’s long-awaited debut cookbook, so I won’t even try. . . . This is the baking book of the year.”—Food Wine “Celebrated for her fine-dining pastry work and fundraiser bake sales, Natasha Pickowicz brings a community spirit to this soulfully precise book.”—Vanity Fair “From simple yet surprising recipes to total showstoppers, [Pickowicz]’ll change the way you think about baking with her unexpected flavors and combinations, like pecan sticky buns with cardamom and nectarine and miso tarte tatin. Especially fun: the build-your-own layer cake section with various sponges, soaks, fillings, and buttercreams.”—Simply Recipes “Pickowicz’s melodic prose makes you want to curl up with her book, a cup of tea, and one of her pecan and black cardamom buns and revel in the originality of such outside-the-box recipes.”—Booklist “Natasha takes the natural yet whimsical aesthetic, unique sweet-and-savory flavor combinations, and technical mastery that have made her a pastry chef ’s pastry chef and translates them into approachable, achievable recipes for the home baker.” —Claire Saffitz, author of What’s for Dessert “It’s almost impossible to capture the reciprocal joy that comes from making and sharing beautiful baked goods with friends—oh wait, Natasha Pickowicz has done it perfectly, right here.” —Carla Lalli Music, author of That Sounds So Good and Where Cooking Begins “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 Bread “Natasha’s dedication to bringing people together through food to benefit community is widely known and admired, and this book showcases her love for the art and craft of simple, beautiful pastry, with a particular talent for combining the traditional with surprise elements to create something wholly new.” —Liz Prueitt, chef/owner, Tartine Bakery “Natasha’s respect for ingredients (the fruit section reads as a love letter), genius ingredient pairings (see Olive Oil Cake with Crispy Capers), and ability to balance aspirational with accessible make this book a must-have and prove that—not to be redundant—it is so much more than cake.” —Antoni Porowski, author of Antoni: Let’s Do Dinner “In the Natasha Pickowicz weltanschauung, mottled radicchio is a layer cake garnish, the bake sale is a middle finger of defiance, you make your own condensed milk (say what?), Parker House rolls are fig leafed, and Mom does all the illustrations.” —Brooks Headley, chef/operator,Superiority Burger “In More Than Cake, Natasha has collected delicious recipes that perfectly reflect her originality and sense of whimsy. Inspired!” —Claudia Fleming, author of Delectable “Think of More Than Cake as your guide to capturing the happiness of baking, the pleasure of making something fabulously delicious with your hands and your heart, and the satisfaction of sharing what you’ve made with others.” —Dorie Greenspan, author of Baking with Dorie“Natasha takes the natural yet whimsical aesthetic, unique sweet-and-savory flavor combinations, and technical mastery that have made her a pastry chef ’s pastry chef and translates them into approachable, achievable recipes for the home baker.” —Claire Saffitz, author of What’s for Dessert “It’s almost impossible to capture the reciprocal joy that comes from making and sharing beautiful baked goods with friends—oh wait, Natasha Pickowicz has done it perfectly, right here.”—Carla Lalli Music, author of That Sounds So Good and Where Cooking Begins “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 Bread “Natasha’s dedication to bringing people together through food to benefit community is widely known and admired, and this book showcases her love for the art and craft of simple, beautiful pastry, with a particular talent for combining the traditional with surprise elements to create something wholly new.”—Liz Prueitt, chef/owner, Tartine Bakery “Natasha’s respect for ingredients (the fruit section reads as a love letter), genius ingredient pairings (see Olive Oil Cake with Crispy Capers), and ability to balance aspirational with accessible make this book a must-have and prove that—not to be redundant—it is so much more than cake.”—Antoni Porowski, author of Antoni: Let’s Do Dinner “In the Natasha Pickowicz weltanschauung, mottled radicchio is a layer cake garnish, the bake sale is a middle finger of defiance, you make your own condensed milk (say what?), Parker House rolls are fig leafed, and Mom does all the illustrations.”—Brooks Headley, chef/operator,Superiority Burger “In More Than Cake, Natasha has collected delicious recipes that perfectly reflect her originality and sense of whimsy. Inspired!” —Claudia Fleming, author of Delectable “Think of More Than Cake as your guide to capturing the happiness of baking, the pleasure of making something fabulously delicious with your hands and your heart, and the satisfaction of sharing what you’ve made with others.” —Dorie Greenspan, author of Baking with Dorie Table of ContentsCONTENTS Introduction Essential Tools Never-Ending Cookies Citrusy Macaroons Nubby Granola Shortbread Fennel, Chocolate, and Hazelnut Spears Shoyu Peanut Cookies Brown Butter and Buckwheat Chocolate Chunk Cookies Pine Nut Sablés with Taleggio Coffee-Hazelnut Linzers with Kumquat Filling Black Sesame Fortune Cookies Sour Glaze Maple Gingerbread Sweet and Salty Snacks Tangy Lemon Verbena Chips Passion Fruit Jellies Caramelized White Chocolate and Coconut Truffles Malted Cocoa Fudge Golden Sesame Candy Pizza Crackers Flaky Poppy Seed Cracker with Whipped Feta Cheddar Oatcakes Fennel Seed Squiggles Single Layer Cakes Carrot and Coconut Cake Cocoa and Chicory Sheet Cake Dappled Date Cake Crunchy Almond Cake Jammy Coffee Cake Olive Oil Cake with Crispy Capers and Orange Vinaigrette Passion Fruit Roll-Up Cake Sticky Fig Cake Toasted Vanilla Bean Pound Cake Modern Layer Cakes Soaking Cakes No-Soak Cakes Soaks Creamy and Rich Fillings Tangy and Bright Fillings Crunchy and Salty Fillings Frostings Cake Sets Passion Fruit, Coconut, and Tequila Layer Cake Black Sesame, Cream Cheese, and Pineapple Sheet Cake Olive Oil, Mascarpone, and Fennel Layer Cake Almond, Green Tea, and Blueberry Bombe Espresso, Hazelnut, Chocolate, and Honey Cake Fruit Expressions Pineapple Tile Galette Triple Apple Tart Checkered Rhubarb Tart Sour Cherry and Sunflower Pie Stone Plum Nests Nectarine Miso Tarte Tatin Sunchoke and Apricot Pie Still Life TartBaking with Vegetables Kabocha Galette Half Moon-Pie Miso Soup Danish Mushroom, Cheddar, and Apple Tart Apricot and Olive Focaccia Lemony Squash Pizzettes Bathed Pie Greens and Apple Stromboli Creamy, Elegant Desserts Panna Cotta and Grated Melon Caramel Chocolate Chip Bombe Cheesecake and Plum Syrup Star Anise and Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée Rose Water and Mezcal Flan Chamomile Puff Crown Chocolate and Earl Grey Mousse Adzuki Bean and Brown Butter Pie Yeasted Treats Twisty Fruit and Nut Buns Tutti-Frutti Tart Pecan and Black Cardamom Sticky Buns Leafy Dinner Rolls Buttered Cucumber Sliders Overnight Blackberry Doughnuts Date-Swirled Brown Brioche First-Light Bakes Terrazzo Bread Spiced Rutabaga Loaf Millet, Parsnip, and Chocolate Chunk Muffins Corn Husk Muffins Peach Cocktail Skillet Big Green Salad Scones Scallion Pancake Biscuits Sweet Onion and Sesame Gougères Mocha Latte Puffs Resources Acknowledgments Index

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