A step-by-step guide to making traditional and fantasy cakes
pp. 223, SIGNED by the author, "This text covers all the skills and techniques of simple and elaborate cake decorating. The work includes two sections in which section one is the basics, and section two is putting into action the techniques learned in section one."
The book, it is divided into 2 sections. The first gives recipes, information, and techniques for cake making, icings and fillings, decorations and piping. The second section includes recipes for ornate cakes labeled festive, celebration, fancy, and fantasy. The techniques and directions are clearly explained and well illustrated throughout, and many helpful hints are given. However, a good deal of prior knowledge is assumed this is not for beginners.
An illustrated guide to making Christmas cakes, from the traditional Yule log to a cut-out Father Christmas cake. It is divided into three main sections which are graded according to skill. Hints are included on piping techniques, pastillage, dusting and glazing.