by Glenn Rinsky (Author), Laura Halpin Rinsky (Author), Laura Halpin Rinsky (Author)
With more than 4,800 terms and definitions from around the world plus ten appendices filled with helpful resources, The Pastry Chef's Companion combines the best features of a dictionary and an encyclopedia. In addition to the current terminology of every component of pastry, baking, and confectionary arts, this book provides important information about the origin and historical background of many of the terms. Moreover, it offers coverage of flavor trends, industry practices, key success factors, a resources list, illustrations, and phonetic pronunciations.
Format: Illustrated
Pages: 384
Edition: 1
Publisher: Wiley
Published: 26 Mar 2008
ISBN 10: 0470009551
ISBN 13: 9780470009550