Popina Book of Baking

In this book we share over 60 effortless, artisan-style recipes for delicious baked treats to suit novice bakers and seasoned cooks alike.

Choose something from the biscuits, biscotti & bites chapter and fill your home with the smell of freshly Ginger and Chilli Caramel Biscuits or Fig, Apricot and Nut Biscotti. As well as a variety of tasty biscuits and cookies bursting with delicious dried and nuts, there are also ideas for moreish Florentines and featherlight Walnut Shortbreads.

"I was given this book just a few days ago, and I have been absolutely captivated by it. The photography is really outstanding, and mouth-watering, but most importantly, the recipes are amazing..." Anna Blair, Paris

Sweet tarts give you plenty of ideas for deserts or afternoon bakes try a stunning Chocolate, Pear and Hazelnut Tart or a sweet, sticky Rustic Plum Tart to celebrate the season's bounty of fruits .

Images and text excerpted from Popina Book of Baking by Isidora Popovic. Photography by Peter Cassidy Copyright © Ryland Peters & Small Ltd. Reprinted with permission of the publisher. All rights reserved.

"A peek in this beautifully illustrated book is enough to have you reaching for your apron and mixing bowl enthusiastically in anticipation of the gorgeous tastes to follow... A lovely book to have and to hold, or even to give as a gift!" Unknown Amazon customer

If cakes & muffins are what you most crave with an afternoon cup of tea, try our award-winning Chocolate Truffle Brownies - rich, dense and packed with dark chocolate - perfect for ardent chocoholics. For something healthier but just as irresistible, bake a batch of Cranberry, Orange and Pistachio Muffins and spice up your morning.

If you are looking for savory straws & bites to serve with a glass of wine, try some of the recipes in this chapter, from Stilton an Celery Bites to fiery Spinach and Chilli Straws.

Baking savory tarts is a great way to make the most of fresh produce and ring in the seasons. Fennel and Courgette Tart offer a taste of sunshine, while Honey-roast Parsnip, Carrot and Shallot Tart is perfect for winter entertaining.

"A book I use time and time again" Clare McCann Chichester