Paris Patisserie - by Arnaud Delmontel (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Bring a taste of the real Paris into your kitchen with traditional, time-tested pastry recipes straight from the heart of the city.

From elegant Saint-Germain-des-Prés to bohemian Montmartre, explore Paris through one of its most beloved culinary traditions: the pâtisserie. Inside this beautifully illustrated Paris pastry cookbook you'll find over seventy iconic recipes that capture the flavor and atmosphere of these charming neighborhoods. Learn to bake croissants, éclairs, macarons, and tarts as well as classic recipes like Baba au rhum, Chantilly choux, Bûche de Noël, and much more. Easy-to-follow instructions are perfect for aspiring bakers, pastry connoisseurs, home bakers looking to master French pastries, and anyone who wants to bring Parisian cuisine and culture into their own kitchen.

Both a culinary journey and a homage to the city's sweetest traditions, this beautifully photographed guide embodies the city's art de vivre and is a must for anyone who loves Paris.

About the Author

Arnaud Delmontel is a Parisian pastry chef and baker, whose flagship shop has been an institution on the trendy Rue des Martyrs for over ten years. Creator of the famous Renaissance baguette as well as award-winning chocolate macarons, his bakes mix tradition and modernity. In 2007, he took the prestigious position of baker for the Élysée Palace, the official residence of the French president.