Western Pastry Workshop

Western pastry is a shining pearl in Western food culture and enjoys a high reputation in the world. According to historical records, Egypt, the ancient civilization, was the birthplace of baked goods. As time went by, baking technology gradually spread to Greece, Britain, Hungary, France and other parts of Europe. Western-style cake is a shining pearl in Western food culture. It is praised by the world for its fine production, rich nutrition and wide variety. This book introduces the development, characteristics, equipment, tools, raw materials, production and other related knowledge of Western-style cakes from the perspective of cake craftsmanship. It also focuses on bread making and some special techniques. The book is divided into four parts and recommends readers more than 200 exquisite dishes that suit Chinese tastes, including cakes, breads, toasts, sandwiches, meringues, biscuits, pizzas, pies, tarts, jelly, puddings, and mousses. It is both traditional and innovative, with pictures and texts, detailed explanations, both Chinese and English, and excellent readability and operability. It is especially suitable for professional pastry technicians, individual practitioners, and foreign cooking enthusiasts to improve their skills.