The Plated Desserts of Francois Payard

A new cookbook featuring nearly 100 amazing plated desserts from legendary pastry chef Francois Payard. In this new book from legendary pastry chef Francois Payard, professional pastry chefs and serious home bakers will learn how to prepare pastry and other plated desserts that rival the best in th [...]
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A new cookbook featuring nearly 100 amazing plated desserts from legendary pastry chef Francois Payard. In this new book from legendary pastry chef Francois Payard, professional pastry chefs and serious home bakers will learn how to prepare pastry and other plated desserts that rival the best in the world. These recipes have been developed and perfected by Payard over twenty years, from his early days as a pastry chef in France to his current position as an American culinary icon. Each recipe is a singular work of art, combining thrilling and often surprising flavors with innovative, modern techniques to create unforgettable masterpieces like Blueberry Pavlova with Warm Blueberry Coulis, Olive Olive Macaron with Olive Oil Sorbet, Dark Chocolate Souffle with Pistachio Ice Cream, and Crepes Filled with Orange Parfait and Candied Orange. Throughout the book, Payard includes priceless advice on choosing ingredients and equipment and composing perfectly plated desserts, as well personal anecdotes from his long career working in many of the world's finest pastry kitchens.Combining Payard's baking and pastry techniques with the engaging, straightforward writing style of Boyle, this book is technical enough for professional bakers yet accessible enough for serious home baking enthusiasts.