from French Pastry 101 Pain d’Epices is a French-style spiced quick bread, loosely translated as gingerbread. The French version is less heavily spiced and is made with rye flour and honey. The result is a moist, tender and mild-flavored cake. Ingredients ½ cup (120 g) whole milk 2 star anise 2 whole cloves 6 green […]
French Pastry is as Easy as Un, Deux, Trois French baking is now more approachable than ever with Beaucoup Bakery co-owner and Yummy Workshop founder Betty Hung’s beginner-friendly, easy-to-follow recipes. Whether you’re new to baking or looking to expand your skills, with French Pastry 101 you’re only a recipe away from delighting your family and
Butter Cream: A Year in a Montreal Pastry School by Denise Roig is a deliciously engaging read that invites readers into the world of French pastry and culinary artistry, set against the backdrop of Montreal. The memoir details Roig’s transformative year at the esteemed Pearson School of Culinary Arts, where she immersed herself in the
from Butter Cream “But onward. That’s what this year is about. Don’t look back, don’t hesitate, don’t think. Let’s go. I summoned all my knowledge, my nerve, my scared energy, my fear of failure and…I couldn’t clear the hurdle. I sliced the chocolate cake for the Black Forest, but my hands shook. I began masking
Butter Cream is no saccharine story about whipping, spreading and creaming in the pursuit of perfection; it’s the chronicle of an intense year of learning and tasting, dramas at the stove and in the locker room. It’s about fights, friendship and competition, fallen cakes and rising doughs. Sometimes, unexpectedly, it’s about the sheer joy of baking.
The holidays are a time for gathering, celebrating, and indulging in comforting, memorable meals. If you’re looking for a cookbook to elevate your festive feasts, Best of Bridge Holiday Classics: 225 Recipes for Special Occasions might be your perfect companion. This collection brings together classic recipes from one of Canada’s most beloved cookbook series, Best
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from Best of Bridge: Holiday Classics Put this in fancy jars and give it as a little extra at Christmas time. Ingredients 2 quarts popped popcorn 1 1/3 cups pecans 2/3 cup almonds 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup butter or margarine ½ cup corn syrup Directions Mix popcorn, pecans and
For two decades, thousands of families have made Best of Bridge recipes part of their holiday celebrations. These classic recipes come from Best of Bridge fan favorites as well as new recipes that are sure to become instant holiday classics. The best holiday-worthy roasts and other special entrées for celebrations are here, along with fabulous
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The anthology An Orange from Portugal: Christmas Stories from the Maritimes and Newfoundland, edited by Anne Simpson, is a literary gem that captures the heart and soul of Christmas in the Maritimes and Newfoundland. Through its diverse collection of stories, the book offers readers a rich tapestry of traditions, emotions, and experiences that evoke the
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from An Orange from Portugal & Best of Bridge: Holiday Classics A friend once left this on my doorstep Christmas eve (it was a warm night!) and I’ve made it ever since. Why not make a batch for your friends? Ingredients 3 medium oranges 2 lemons 1 ½ cups (375 mL) cold water 1 bottle
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