This clear and comprehensive book takes the reader through all the essential cake making and cake decorating skills. It begins with recipes for classic sponge and fruit cakes, and simple icings and frostings for quick and easy finishing. Next, there is guidance on creative embellishments and decorations, from ribbons, flowers, sweets, nuts and crystallized fruits to homemade chocolate run-outs, curls and cut-outs. The book also contains 200 step-by-step projects, using the techniques and skills acquired to make beautiful cakes for every occasion. The detailed instructional photography guarantees great results every time.
