Miette - by Meg Ray (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Renowned for its beautiful pastries, Miette Patisserie is a beloved San Francisco Bay Area culinary destination. Following in the footsteps of this region's extraordinary food movement, Miette has been baking with organic ingredients for over twenty years. Inspired by classic French pastry and iconic American layer cakes, Miette has created a style that is fresh, distinct, and exquisitely crafted. The Miette cookbook was first published in 2012 and became a best-selling classic around the world. This edition has nine new recipes, including two that put Miette on the map - the Lavender Shortbread Cookie and the Lemon Cloud Cake. Each recipe has the trademark sense of innovation and creativity that makes Miette a landmark California institution. In addition to detailed recipes, author Meg Ray tells stories of her company's coming of age during an epic era of culinary reinvention and rediscovery" -- Page 4 of cover.

Book Synopsis

Revised 2023 Edition with Over 100 Pastry Recipes from Miette

"The photos are so enticing, and the pastries so perfectly made, we almost ate the paper."--The Oregonian

#1 New Release in Chocolate Baking, Brunch & Tea, and Pie Baking

Sharing the secrets of creating the perfect pastries, candies, cookies, and chews from the Miette Patisserie, this delicious dessert cookbook combines the rustic charm of homemade sweets with the elegance of French baking. With all new recipes and photos, take your baking to the next level.

Bring home San Francisco's favorite French bakery. Renowned for beautiful cakes and whimsical confections, Miette Patisserie is among the most beloved of San Francisco's culinary destinations for locals and travelers. At Miette, cakes, cookies, and desserts are transformed into creative creations. Its pretty Parisian aesthetic enchants visitors with tables piled high with beribboned bags of gingersnaps, homemade marshmallows, fleur de sel caramels, and rainbows of gumballs.

The cutest confectionary cookbook you'll ever own. Self-taught baker and owner Meg Ray shares baking recipes and secret formulas for favorite Miette treats in this scrumptious sweets cookbook. More than 75 gorgeous color photos capture the enchanting beauty of Miette desserts and shops. The edges on the book block enhance its charming package, adding a sweet touch to every home. Whether professionals or beginners, baking aficionados will delight in these unique bakery recipes. Just like the adorable cakes, cookies, eclairs, and tarts for sale in Miette's, this book is irresistible!

Inside, find recipes like:

• Strawberry Charlotte
• Chocolate Sablés
• Lime Meringue Tart
• And more!

If you're looking for a French baking gift, a pastry chef cookbook, or a French baking cookbook--like Dessert Person, French Pastry Made Simple, and Tartine--then you'll love Miette.