This book explores a huge range of exciting baking ideas, ensuring that you can bake with complete confidence. It covers everything from rustic cookies and breads to sumptuous cakes and sophisticated tortes, as well as explaining basic techniques, traditional baking secrets and modern innovations. Chapters include Biscuits, Cookies & Bars; Buns & Tea Breads; Yeast Breads; Pies & Tarts; and Cakes & Gateaux - and all are simple to follow. A special section of party cakes brings creative cake decoration within everyone\'s reach. Open the book to discover all the joys of baking, and create enticing home-made treats to share with your family and friends. Over 860 photographs