The Art & Soul of Baking Stared Review in Library Journal

The Art and Soul of Baking
by Sur La Table with Cindy Mushet
receives a starred review in the September 15 issue of Library Journal:


http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6593415.html?industryid=47112

 Sur La Table with Cindy Mushet (text) & Maren Caruso (photogs.). The Art & Soul of Baking. Andrews McMeel. Oct. 2008. c.464p. photogs. index. ISBN 978-0-7407-7334-1. $40. COOKERY

Mushet, a talented pastry chef, cooking teacher, and author of the excellent Desserts: Mediterranean Flavors, California Style, presents the latest book from the Sur La Table team, following Things Cooks Love. Like Malgieri's book, it covers both sweet and savory baking, but it includes far more information. Two lengthy introductory chapters cover techniques, equipment, and ingredients, and dozens of sidebars on "Tips for Success" and "What the Pros Know" offer further helpful insider advice. Recipes range from basics such as Quick Puff Pastry and Classic Sugar Cookies to unusual and appealing treats like Malted Milk Chocolate Tart; most of them include make-ahead information, and many also have variations. There are striking color photographs throughout, as well as step-by-step technique photos. Mushet's style is engaging and never intimidating. Essential.