Baking expert Flo Braker rises to the occasion with more than 200 celebration-worthy recipes for baked goods. Whether it's an impressive Dark Chocolate Custard Tart to wish someone a happy birthday, a blue ribbon-worthy batch of Fresh Mint Brownies for the annual family reunion, or an Old World Braided Coffee Cake to impress the bridge club, each recipe is custom-crafted to commemorate life's special events.
Chock full of introductory information on techniques and ingredients ensure that each treat will be baked to perfection, making this a fabulous reference for cookbook library. Baking for All Occasions makes every day something to celebrate.
Serving up the Compliments
--Nigella Lawson, Food Network host and author of Nigella Bites and Nigella Express"I love Flo's recipes: her sweets and treats are a cause for celebration themselves. She is indeed the Baking Queen."
--Dorie Greenspan, author of Baking From My Home to Yours"I've been a Flo Braker fan for years and I think Baking for All Occasions just may be her best book yet. The recipes are pure Flo, beautiful, imaginative, and precisely explained, and the Primer, almost a book in itself, is bound to give new bakers courage and occasional bakers more confidence."
--Nick Malgieri, Author of The Modern Baker and How to Bake"Baking for All Occasions is Flo Braker's masterpiece. Every recipe sings with clear instructions, inspired combinations of flavors, and perfect texture. Flo Braker is a true genius of the baker's art."
--Nancy Silverton, founder of La Brea Bakery and owner of Pizzeria Mozza and Osteria Mozza"Throughout my baking career I've always turned to Flo Braker's books for inspiration and guidance. Her recipes are reliable and sophisticated, yet not intimidating. Once again Flo has come through with a new book that will make a simple gathering a special occasion."
-- Alice Medrich, author of Bittersweet: Recipes and Tales From a Life in Chocolate and Pure Dessert“A book of gems for everyone who loves to bake! Flo exceeds her own stellar reputation for irresistible desserts and meticulously crafted recipes. Her humor, generosity, and her gift for teaching show on every page. She guides you to success, whether you try a simple Braker Family favorite or a fabulous red-letter-day dessert. A lifetime of baking experience, experimentation, and wisdom is captured in this wonderful volume. I've been learning from Flo Braker since the beginning of my career...”
