Mich Turner's Cake Masterclass (English, Hardcover, Turner Mich)

Mich Turner, owner of the Little Venice Cake Company and award-winning cake designer presents her ultimate masterclass in cake baking and decorating. Covering every aspect of baking and decorating with easy-to-follow instructions, this book is ideal for both the beginner-baker and the cake-decorating veteran. Baking basics are introduced in the ' Cake Recipes' chapter, with sweet treats to suit every occasion; from classic sponge to decadent chocolate and traditional fruit and ginger cakes. These recipes form the blank canvas on which Mich Turner works her magic, as she explains, step-by-step, how to make delicious frostings and fillings, as well as how to cover and stack your cakes in preparation for decorating. In the ' Masterclass' chapter, Mich shares her decorating secrets with succinct tutorials to teach advanced techniques, from moulding realistic sugar paste roses to hand-painted designs and delicate ribbon loops. The stunning ' Cake Gallery' section showcases the techniques developed in the Masterclass, with a delectable range of desserts for every occasion: from tiered creations with piped lace to chocolate glitter roses, through hand-painted flowers, to moulded Christmas candy canes. This book demystifies cake decorating, making it accessible and fun. If you have never dared to bake and decorate a cake or if you are simply looking for inspiration, Mich Turner has created the perfect book for you.