Game of Scones All Men Must Dine

Review: Game of Scones: All Men Must Dine

A few of you, certainly those who know me in real life, may already know that my husband runs the book review site, The Eloquent Page. This book came to my attention through his fiction contacts, not mine. I think there must be few people now that have not heard of Game of Thrones. Even those…

Alice In Bakingland by Alice Arndell

Review: Alice In Bakingland by Alice Arndell

Alice Arndell is a mother and home baker from New Zealand. From what I have read about her, she understands perfectly that baking is a science, and that decorating is an art. She understands that baking is not only about providing a sweet treat for your family, but can be cathartic for the baker too….

pies and tarts

Review: Pies and Tarts by Stéphane Reynaud

Stéphane Reynaud is a French chef and writer. I confess I know little about him, but I have to say I am impressed by this book. Pies and Tarts contains predominantly savoury dishes, with a small chapter of sweet pies, all recipes gathered from the regions of France. The recipes are varied, ranging from rustic…

Review: Macarons by Mowie Kay

Before I start this review, here is an informative graphic, just so that we are all on the same page. I recently reviewed Mowie Kay’s Easy To Make Doughnuts, and one of the things that I was most taken by was the beautiful photographs within. Kay has not disappointed with this book either. There is…

The Petit Four cookbook

Review: The Petit Four Cookbook by Brooks Coulson Nguyen

This book is a petit square book, which is highly appropriate considering the content. If you have ever considered making petit Four (which apparently means ‘little oven’ in French), then this book is a good place to start. After a small intro from the author, there are a couple of chapters on equipment and techniques….

Review: Pie by Dean Brettschneider

As a gale rages outside, and winter firmly ousts autumn, nothing is more comforting than a warm pie for dinner. It really is one of the best and simplest of pleasures. Pie contains a delightfully comprehensive collection of pies and pastries, both sweet and savoury, so you are bound to find something you like. After…