{"product_id":"pastry-temple-baking-with-inspired-flavors-a-pastry-cookbook-for-croissant-brioche-and-puff-pastry","title":"Pastry Temple: Baking with Inspired Flavors (a Pastry Cookbook for Croissant, Brioche, and Puff Pastry)","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003ePastry Temple\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\"Pastry Temple is more than a collection of recipes; it's a masterclass in the fundamentals of pastry. Christina Wood guides you through the building blocks of brioche, puff pastry, croissants, and more. With clear instructions, helpful timelines, and a focus on technique, Wood empowers you to transform your kitchen into your very own pastry temple.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--J. Kenji López-Alt, New York Times-bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Food Lab\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"A reverent and meticulous guide from one of the most talented pastry minds working today. This book provides the foundational knowledge and technical precision needed to create truly exceptional baked goods. Wood's insights and recipes will elevate your work and deepen your understanding of pastry as an art form.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Francisco Migoya, head of pastry at Noma and co-author of \u003ci\u003eModernist Bread\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"A love letter to the art of pastry, rooted in technique and bursting with creativity. This is not just a cookbook, but an invitation to build your own pastry altar.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Shota Nakajima, restaurateur and \u003ci\u003eTop Chef\u003c\/i\u003e alum\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Christina invites you into a space where each dough, each fold, is a step toward something deeper--a quiet devotion to the craft and the joy of creating something truly beautiful.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Aran Goyoaga, James Beard-recognized author of \u003ci\u003eCannelle et Vanille\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Christina, bold and brave, tells her story clearly through textures, layers, and flavors. \n\u003cbr\u003eThis passion project will be appreciated by amateurs and professionals alike.\" \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e--Ewald Notter, World Pastry champion, author, and chef \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\" \n\u003ci\u003ePastry Temple: Baking with Inspired Flavors\u003c\/i\u003e by Christina Wood is a creative pastry cookbook that will enable even the most novice of family bakers to master three foundational dough recipes: brioche, puff pastry, and croissant. \n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e--Midwest Book Review \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Do not attempt to bake these recipes on an empty stomach just looking at the pictures alone is enough to make you drool. I love how this book is broken up into sections with tasty recipes, helpful step-by-step pictures, and tips!\" \n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e--Jess M, Powell's Books, Staff Pick\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCHRISTINA WOOD has more than 15 years of experience working with pastry. After many years as an accountant, teaching herself how to bake at home ignited a passion for learning pastry techniques, and with it, demystifying the secretive world of pastry professionals. After landing her first professional pastry job in Seattle in 2015, she then branched out on her own in 2018, opening the brick and mortar Temple Pastries in October 2020. In 2026 she was named a James Beard Award semifinalist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMake out-of-this-world, showstopping bakes by perfecting the Three Pillars of Pastry (brioche, puff pastry, and croissant) with the steady hand of a self-taught baker as your guide. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this pastry cookbook, you'll find 30+ innovative, sweet and savory recipes crafted by the highly sought-after Temple Pastries bakery.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJOIN THE CULT OF THE CROISSANT! In this creative pastry cookbook, master three foundational dough recipes: brioche, puff pastry, and croissant. Then build confidence with 30+ recipes that bring those bakes to life in all their mouthwatering glory. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAuthor Christina Wood--self-taught home baker turned owner and benevolent leader of Temple Pastries and James Beard Award semifinalist--swoops in to demystify those intimidating, picture-perfect pastries that may have felt too challenging to attempt. Ideal for experienced home bakers, you'll find step by step guidance in clear, unambiguous language; detailed timelines for planning your day; and plenty of process shots to bestow necessary confidence. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIncludes savory and not-too-sweet flavors such as: \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChinese Five-Spice Kouign Amann\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGochujang Babka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarissa-Sweet Potato Rosette Tart with Feta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheesy Blistered Tomato Croissant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eSweet tooths are covered too! \n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoached Quince Tarte Tatin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreme Brulee Donut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSumac-Roasted Strawberry Cheesecake Croissant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWe know you've already mastered cakes and cookies. 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