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the princess' kitchen library
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How Baking Works: Exploring the Fundamentals of Baking ScienceHow Baking Works: Exploring the Fundamentals of Baking Science by Paula I. Figoni
Buy new: $45.00 / Used from: $16.25
This book is a combination of all basic sciences put together to make a cook understand baking the logical way. A mixture of basic statistics, physics and chemistry... Very much interesting for a very much interested cook!
Jamie's ItalyJamie's Italy by Jamie Oliver
Buy new: $23.07 / Used from: $8.00
I bought this book after watching his Italian adventure on tv. As all of Mr. Oliver's books, they are narrated with his style and diction, making it storybook like.
Jamie's Dinners: The Essential Family CookbookJamie's Dinners: The Essential Family Cookbook by Jamie Oliver
Buy new: $23.07 / Used from: $10.49
If you followed this series, you would find Mr. Oliver's dedication to the children's food and well-being very fatherly and is with sincere concern. I would suggest you purchase this for easy ideas.
Jamie's KitchenJamie's Kitchen by Jamie Oliver
Buy new: $26.37 / Used from: $5.19
As all of Mr. Oliver's books, they are narrated with his style and diction, making it storybook like.
Naked Chef, TheNaked Chef, The by Jamie Oliver
Buy new: $23.07 / Used from: $2.96
As all of Mr. Oliver's books, they are narrated with his style and diction, making it storybook like.
Happy Days with the Naked ChefHappy Days with the Naked Chef by Jamie Oliver
Buy new: $23.07 / Used from: $2.64
As all of Mr. Oliver's books, they are narrated with his style and diction, making it storybook like.
The Naked Chef Takes OffThe Naked Chef Takes Off by Jamie Oliver
Buy used from: $14.95
As all of Mr. Oliver's books, they are narrated with his style and diction, making it storybook like.
Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary UnderbellyKitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly by Anthony Bourdain
Buy used from: $1.97
Mr. Bourdain's style of writing is indeed very raw and very real. You could just imagine him reading the book to you, sarcasm and all...please view my blog for the review: theworkingdapurresources.blogspot.com
Anthony Bourdain's Les Halles Cookbook: Strategies, Recipes, and Techniques of Classic Bistro CookingAnthony Bourdain's Les Halles Cookbook: Strategies, Recipes, and Techniques of Classic Bistro Cooking by Anthony Bourdain
Buy new: $24.75 / Used from: $16.00
This hardcover version has a skull and knieves crossed under the skull, pirate-ish and rock and roll-ish, just like the legend himself! BTW my father looks like Mr. Bourdain,heheheheh....
A Cook's Tour: Global Adventures in Extreme CuisinesA Cook's Tour: Global Adventures in Extreme Cuisines by Anthony Bourdain
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $1.99
Another great read, his very graphical style of raw writing takes you into his adventures, not along his adventures but a stress on him taking you into his adventures..Would be definitely great if you watched his programme of the same title!
The Magnolia Bakery Cookbook: Old-Fashioned Recipes From New York's Sweetest BakeryThe Magnolia Bakery Cookbook: Old-Fashioned Recipes From New York's Sweetest Bakery by Jennifer Appel
Buy new: $16.50 / Used from: $11.94
I just got this yesterday!At long last!
More From Magnolia: Recipes from the World Famous Bakery and Allysa Torey's Home KitchenMore From Magnolia: Recipes from the World Famous Bakery and Allysa Torey's Home Kitchen by Allysa Torey
Buy new: $17.82 / Used from: $14.55
I just got this yesterday!At long last!
Heart and SoulHeart and Soul by Kylie Kwong
Buy used from: $19.79
As an Easterner and being part Chinese, Ms. Kwong's cooking style and explaination of techniques and ingredients are very comprehensible and easy to follow. The dishes are very typical, simple and fresh. I would suggest all to try her dishes, of simplicity.
Kylie Kwong: Recipes and StoriesKylie Kwong: Recipes and Stories by Kylie Kwong
Buy used from: $14.40
Nicely written book, as her other two books, Ms. Kwong's cooking style and explaination of techniques and ingredients are very comprehensible and easy to follow.
Simple Chinese CookingSimple Chinese Cooking by Kylie Kwong
Buy new: $23.07 / Used from: $4.35
Beutiful pictures in this book. A value for money as a keepsake of my kitchen library.
Cooking with Curtis: Easy, Everyday and Adventurous Recipes for the Home CookCooking with Curtis: Easy, Everyday and Adventurous Recipes for the Home Cook by Curtis Stone
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $12.47
I adore Curtis Stone because I think he is very cute! Very shallow of me, but i got this book just because...
Gordon Ramsay Makes It EasyGordon Ramsay Makes It Easy by Gordon Ramsay
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $14.08
Cheers to Mr. Ramsay!
Gordon Ramsay's Just DessertsGordon Ramsay's Just Desserts by Gordon Ramsay
Buy used from: $31.04
HAve not tried anything yet though...too busy,flipped through...Nice pictures..
Williams-Sonoma Mastering: Cakes, Frostings & Fillings (Williams Sonoma Mastering)Williams-Sonoma Mastering: Cakes, Frostings & Fillings (Williams Sonoma Mastering) by Elinor Klivans
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $9.84
Good explanation on techniques and procedures involved in the recipe..Like all WS books, there is an information paragraph on the tab which is helpful.
Williams-Sonoma Collection: Cake (Williams-Sonoma Collection (New York, N.Y.).)Williams-Sonoma Collection: Cake (Williams-Sonoma Collection (New York, N.Y.).) by Fran Gage
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $4.00
Beautifully arranged book with top-notch photographs..
Williams-Sonoma Collection: BreadWilliams-Sonoma Collection: Bread by Beth Hensperger
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $6.40
Beautifully arranged book with top-notch photographs..
Williams-Sonoma Mastering: Frozen Desserts (Williams-Sonoma Mastering)Williams-Sonoma Mastering: Frozen Desserts (Williams-Sonoma Mastering) by Melanie Barnard
Buy used from: $2.69
Beautifully arranged book with top-notch photographs..
Williams-Sonoma Collection: Fruit Dessert (Williams Sonoma Collection)Williams-Sonoma Collection: Fruit Dessert (Williams Sonoma Collection) by Carolyn Beth Weil
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $3.10
Beautifully arranged book with top-notch photographs..
Pie & Tart (Williams-Sonoma Collection)Pie & Tart (Williams-Sonoma Collection) by Carolyn Beth Weil
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $4.77
Beautifully arranged book with top-notch photographs..
500 Cupcakes: The Only Cupcake Compendium You'll Ever Need500 Cupcakes: The Only Cupcake Compendium You'll Ever Need by Fergal Connolly
Buy new: $12.50 / Used from: $9.99
Bought the cookie and cupcake books due to the cute cover color!
500 Cookies: The Only Cookie Compendium You'll Ever Need500 Cookies: The Only Cookie Compendium You'll Ever Need by Philippa Vanstone
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $4.54
Bought the cookie and cupcake books due to the cute cover color!
Mad About Muffins: Uniquely Delicious Muffins Everyone Can Make (Uniquel)Mad About Muffins: Uniquely Delicious Muffins Everyone Can Make (Uniquel) by Diana Bonaparte
Buy new: $12.85 / Used from: $7.90
The savoury muffin section are a must for muffin lovers!Beautiful combination of ingredients!
Tradewinds And Coconuts: A Reminiscence And Recipes From The Pacific IslandsTradewinds And Coconuts: A Reminiscence And Recipes From The Pacific Islands
Buy new: $35.00 / Used from: $129.73
Got this at bargain price. VEry beutiful pen illustrations of fruits, vegetables and many more..Just for reads..
The Nasty Bits: Collected Varietal Cuts, Usable Trim, Scraps, and BonesThe Nasty Bits: Collected Varietal Cuts, Usable Trim, Scraps, and Bones by Anthony Bourdain
Buy new: $14.52 / Used from: $4.20
Mr. Bourdain, what can I say, I just adore this man's way of writing..as always...
Baking and Pastry: Mastering the Art and CraftBaking and Pastry: Mastering the Art and Craft by The Culinary Institute of America
Buy new: $44.10 / Used from: $39.14
OK, this book is just for reference purpose, the formulas given are too big for the home baker, but a good 'study' book..
Buttercup Bakes at Home: More Than 75 New Recipes from Manhattan's Premier Bake Shop for Tempting Homemade SweetsButtercup Bakes at Home: More Than 75 New Recipes from Manhattan's Premier Bake Shop for Tempting Homemade Sweets by Jennifer Appel
Buy new: $17.16 / Used from: $10.22
aah...what would you expect? its a Buttercup!
Leslie Mackie's Macrina Bakery and Cafe Cookbook: Favorite Breads, Pastries, Sweets and SavoriesLeslie Mackie's Macrina Bakery and Cafe Cookbook: Favorite Breads, Pastries, Sweets and Savories by Leslie Mackie
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $11.14
I have not tried anything in this book just yet, but the recipes seems inviting...
At Home with Magnolia: Classic American Recipes from the Owner of Magnolia BakeryAt Home with Magnolia: Classic American Recipes from the Owner of Magnolia Bakery by Allysa Torey
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $16.68
Magnolia...Magnolia...aah...lovely book, with very cosy cosy pictures..
The Buttercup Bake Shop Cookbook: More Than 80 Recipes for Irresistible, Old-Fashioned TreatsThe Buttercup Bake Shop Cookbook: More Than 80 Recipes for Irresistible, Old-Fashioned Treats by Jennifer Appel
Buy new: $17.16 / Used from: $9.19
buttercup,buttercup, buttercup all the way!
Little Cakes: Classic Recipes for Any OccasionLittle Cakes: Classic Recipes for Any Occasion by Susan Waggoner
Buy used from: $4.52
cute book with really nice water colors of cakes. highlight of the book the SILVER CAKE..check it out! DP-13.04.2007
Little Cafe CakesLittle Cafe Cakes by Julie Le Clerc
Buy new: $11.96 / Used from: $9.09
not old and boring recipes, new twist and colors and shapes..check out the adorable cake with the passionfruit syrup drenched cake, also on the cover. DP-13.04.2007
A Passion for DessertsA Passion for Desserts by Emily Luchetti
Buy new: $23.10 / Used from: $9.93
DP-13.04.2007 a gorgeous book with a beutiful intro.A list on how serious a baker you are!cool. Desserts organised by season, with heavy emphasis on the usage of seasonal availabilities.
TartineTartine by Elisabeth Prueitt
Buy new: $23.10 / Used from: $14.95
no time to study the book yet..will be updating soon! DP-13.04.2007
Sweet MiniaturesSweet Miniatures by Flo Braker
Buy used from: $7.55
no time to go through yet!will be updating soon! DP-13.042007
The Donut BookThe Donut Book by Sally Levitt Steinberg
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $5.45
extremely educational plus there are recipes too! DP-13.04.2007