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BAKE: My Best Ever Recipes for the Classics
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The ultimate baking book from internationally beloved baker Paul Hollywood, judge of The Great British Baking Show.
In BAKE, Paul Hollywood shares his best ever recipes for classic bakes: cakes, biscuits and cookies, breads and flatbreads, pizza and doughnuts, pastries and pies, and showstopping desserts. From classic cakes like Victoria Sandwich a ...more
The ultimate baking book from internationally beloved baker Paul Hollywood, judge of The Great British Baking Show.
In BAKE, Paul Hollywood shares his best ever recipes for classic bakes: cakes, biscuits and cookies, breads and flatbreads, pizza and doughnuts, pastries and pies, and showstopping desserts. From classic cakes like Victoria Sandwich a ...more
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Paul Hollywood, The King of Bread and of course the star of the Great British Baking Show, gives us a wonderful book of classics perfect for both beginning and experienced bakers. This book is easy to understand and the pictures are beautiful. I love sourdough bread, so why would I not want Paul Hollywood's recipe? He's Mr. Bread! Likewise for the pizza dough. Of course I want to try it!
I've always wanted to learn to make macarons, and the lime macaron recipe looks amazing. That is top of my lis ...more
I've always wanted to learn to make macarons, and the lime macaron recipe looks amazing. That is top of my lis ...more
Thanks so much to Bloomsbury USA and NetGalley for the free digital ARC in exchange for an honest review!
Like most people, I'm familiar with Paul Hollywood through The Great British Baking Show, though I feel like I've mostly heard about his expertise when it comes to bread, so I was curious to see his other recipes.
First off, this was a super quality digital file, and I really enjoyed the layout of the cookbook. It's quite simple and clean, with measurements in cups/weights. EVERY recipe has a ...more
Like most people, I'm familiar with Paul Hollywood through The Great British Baking Show, though I feel like I've mostly heard about his expertise when it comes to bread, so I was curious to see his other recipes.
First off, this was a super quality digital file, and I really enjoyed the layout of the cookbook. It's quite simple and clean, with measurements in cups/weights. EVERY recipe has a ...more
Our family loves the Great British Baking Show and I adore Paul Hollywood, so I had to request this book even though most of our kids are gluten free and my hubby and I are keto. I have a lot of baking experience and can recognize the quality of these recipes even if I can't make them these days without some heavy modifications. There are color photos for many of the recipes and Hollywood tells you something about each recipe. The steps are easy to follow, demystifying the baking process for nov
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I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
This was a surprisingly easy-to-follow baking book! I loved the pictures and step-by-step directions mixed with a variety of tips and tricks. Paul used far more exclamation points than I would have expected, but it was fun to go through and read his thoughts on the different recipes. I can see why the lemon drizzle cake is his favorite! This book would be perfect gift for any fan of GBBO.
This was a surprisingly easy-to-follow baking book! I loved the pictures and step-by-step directions mixed with a variety of tips and tricks. Paul used far more exclamation points than I would have expected, but it was fun to go through and read his thoughts on the different recipes. I can see why the lemon drizzle cake is his favorite! This book would be perfect gift for any fan of GBBO.
I love to bake and I love the Great British Bake Off, so I jumped at the chance to review an early copy.
Paul Hollywood may best be known to Americans as one of the judges on the Great British Bake Off (or Great British Baking Show on this side of the pond), but he has over 30 years of expertise, starting with learning how to make bread at his dad’s bakery as a kid. In this cookbook, Paul gives us classic recipes that he has refined and perfected over the years.
First and foremost, every recipe ...more
Paul Hollywood may best be known to Americans as one of the judges on the Great British Bake Off (or Great British Baking Show on this side of the pond), but he has over 30 years of expertise, starting with learning how to make bread at his dad’s bakery as a kid. In this cookbook, Paul gives us classic recipes that he has refined and perfected over the years.
First and foremost, every recipe ...more
I mean ... one does not simply _not_ request/read a Paul Hollywood book when it appears on NetGalley, amirite? :D
I may not have Netflix anymore to keep up with "The Great British Baking Show," but that just means I'm in even more need of a Paul handshake (as long as he's not side-eyeing me with those piercing blue eyes and making me second-guess every plan I've got). :D :D
This cookbook is gorgeous--exactly what I expected, and then some, from the master bread maker, who possesses a more extensiv ...more
I may not have Netflix anymore to keep up with "The Great British Baking Show," but that just means I'm in even more need of a Paul handshake (as long as he's not side-eyeing me with those piercing blue eyes and making me second-guess every plan I've got). :D :D
This cookbook is gorgeous--exactly what I expected, and then some, from the master bread maker, who possesses a more extensiv ...more
I love The Great British Baking Show so I bought Paul Hollywood's book How to Bake and it was a wonderful resource for a beginner to make bread (and beyond). I'm still working my way through that book, but the one thing that was hard with it was conversions. I had to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit which was easy, but learning the different names for ingredients in the UK that are different in the US was a steep learning curve. I still recommend that book as a wonderful resource for beginning bake
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The newest cookbook from celebrity baker, Paul Hollywood! More delicious recipes from him including of course, lots of bread. There are other things though if bread seems daunting like cakes, cookies, desserts, etc. Lots of delicious sounding recipes. I'm definitely picking this one up when it comes out.
I received my copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. ...more
I received my copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. ...more
Fans of The Great British Bake-Off know him from his steely gaze, his hearty handshake, and his cutting critiques of the bakers, but Paul Hollywood comes by his baking knowledge through old fashioned experience. His father had a bakery, so he was learning how to bake at a time in life when most of us were still out riding bikes or doing homework. He has traveled and learned pastry all over the world, and he has put all his decades of knowledge into Bake.
Hollywood has subtitled this My Best Ever ...more
Hollywood has subtitled this My Best Ever ...more
I do not have a crush on Paul Hollywood. My sister, however, does. So I chose to read this book to see if it would be an appropriate Christmas present for her. I’m happy to report that it is. This collection compiles the all the ultimate versions of recipes that are special to the author, with a focus on his roots in northwestern England, where he first learned to bake bread in his father’s bakery.
Bake is divided into six sections - cakes, breads and flatbreads, pastry and pies, cookies and scon ...more
Bake is divided into six sections - cakes, breads and flatbreads, pastry and pies, cookies and scon ...more
I suppose that it is best to begin with a confession: my wife and I are huge, long-time fans of The Great British Baking Show and Paul Hollywood is a big reason for that. As the judge that all the contestants fear the most—and are most eager to win the approval of with a coveted “Hollywood Handshake”—he shows himself time and again to be knowledgeable about all things related to baking as well as a master of execution in the culinary arts. So, when it comes to evaluating a cookbook that promises
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Publication date: July 19, 2022
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review an advanced reader's copy of this book. This in no way affects my review, all opinions are my own and may be affected by the fact that I currently have nothing better to do than read multiple books a day!
SYNOPSIS
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The ultimate baking book from internationally beloved baker Paul Hollywood, judge of The Great British Baking Show.
In BAKE, Paul Hollywood shares h ...more
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review an advanced reader's copy of this book. This in no way affects my review, all opinions are my own and may be affected by the fact that I currently have nothing better to do than read multiple books a day!
SYNOPSIS
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The ultimate baking book from internationally beloved baker Paul Hollywood, judge of The Great British Baking Show.
In BAKE, Paul Hollywood shares h ...more
Bake is a cookbook which shares all of Paul Hollywood's greatest recipes. Not only are there the classics of Pecan Pie and Pain au Chocolat. But, there are unique recipes such as Lime Macarons and Pain du Campagne.
The cover is a classic Paul Hollywood photo. I've seen this lean on him a many times during the Great British Bakeoff and usually it's because he's quite happy or pleased with whatever is occurring in conversation or what's been cooked. A good sign for what's to come inside the page ...more
The cover is a classic Paul Hollywood photo. I've seen this lean on him a many times during the Great British Bakeoff and usually it's because he's quite happy or pleased with whatever is occurring in conversation or what's been cooked. A good sign for what's to come inside the page ...more
Paul Hollywood (A BAKER'S LIFE), who has been a judge on "The Great British Bake Off" since 2010, brings readers his 10th book, a compendium of his favorite recipes. "These are the recipes I enjoy, that I have refined and perfected over the years," he writes. "This collection brings together all my ultimate versions of the recipes that are special to me."
BAKE: MY BEST EVER RECIPES FOR THE CLASSICS presents 88 recipes in six chapters: Cakes; Cookies and Scones; Breads and Flatbreads; Pastry and P ...more
BAKE: MY BEST EVER RECIPES FOR THE CLASSICS presents 88 recipes in six chapters: Cakes; Cookies and Scones; Breads and Flatbreads; Pastry and P ...more
Bake: My Best Ever Recipes for the Classics consists of great recipes and colorful photographs to inspire readers. I appreciate that the instructions have the conversion for those who know tablespoons instead of grams, as I do not enjoy having to look up the equivalents when making a recipe from someone using the metric system. There is a great introduction, with tips for successful baking, great instruction on bread baking, and overall hints.
The recipes are divided into logical sections, which ...more
The recipes are divided into logical sections, which ...more
Every once in a while a cookbook comes out that blows readers away. World renown chef and judge of The Great British Bakeoff, Paul Hollywood, has released one of the best baking books out there: BAKE: My Best Ever Recipes for the Classics. Hollywood has included an excellent variety of baked goods, such as breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, desserts, and even savory British pies.
The recipes are written in the traditional manner and are easy to follow. Not to say they are easy (some recipes have ...more
The recipes are written in the traditional manner and are easy to follow. Not to say they are easy (some recipes have ...more
To his fans, Paul Hollywood needs no introduction. He has made his name as one of the judges on the British baking show where contestants vie for a glass plate prize and a handshake. For those who would like to see what recipes Mr. Hollywood himself uses and recommends this book will be a delightful treat and, one that is full of treats to make. These are offered in sections including Cake, Breads and Flatbreads, Pastry and Pies, Cookies and Scones, Pizzas and Doughnuts, and, finally, Desserts.
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A confession--I have over 500 cookbooks, with an entire shelf dedicated to the Great British Baking Show (GBBO for those in the UK and elsewhere). So, can I recommend Paul Hollywood's latest book, Bake, to both new bakers and long-time bakers?
Of course! Hollywood gives us a tour of Britain and Cyprus and the types of bakes we've viewed over the past seasons. Still, all are Hollywood's variations on a theme--even the Lemon Drizzle, a cake that needs a place in anyone's baking repertoire, is Holly ...more
Of course! Hollywood gives us a tour of Britain and Cyprus and the types of bakes we've viewed over the past seasons. Still, all are Hollywood's variations on a theme--even the Lemon Drizzle, a cake that needs a place in anyone's baking repertoire, is Holly ...more
I'm a huge Great British Bake Off fan, and avid home baker, so I had to check out this latest cookbook from Paul Hollywood. It does not disappoint! Disclaimer: I'm in the midst of a kitchen renovation project, which means baking is off the table for me right now, so I have not yet personally kitchen tested any of these recipes. (Although there is one no-bake recipe, I'm just not sure I can pull it off in my makeshift non-kitchen.)
This cookbook was a delight to read, and in many ways, a trip dow ...more
This cookbook was a delight to read, and in many ways, a trip dow ...more
Thank you NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for the opportunity to read and give an honest review of this book.
Having long been a big fan of the Great British Baking Show and an owner of previous baking books by Paul Hollywood, I was anxious to get my hands on Bake, his newest book.
I was not disappointed. The author’s casual, personable style, his experience, and his delicious-sounding recipes make for a great cookbook. I especially liked, and will try, his bread recipes. Anyone that know ...more
Having long been a big fan of the Great British Baking Show and an owner of previous baking books by Paul Hollywood, I was anxious to get my hands on Bake, his newest book.
I was not disappointed. The author’s casual, personable style, his experience, and his delicious-sounding recipes make for a great cookbook. I especially liked, and will try, his bread recipes. Anyone that know ...more
I received a copy of Bake via NetGalley.
My husband and I binged The Great British Baking show during lockdown so we are both well aware of Paul Hollywood. He is the tougher judge and clearly knows his stuff. My husband is the baker of the house so I knew he’d want to try Paul’s recipes. My husband was glad to see that the ingredients are listed both in cups (more for beginners like me) and grams. He prefers to bake with grams since he says that’s more exact.
There are a variety of recipes and n ...more
My husband and I binged The Great British Baking show during lockdown so we are both well aware of Paul Hollywood. He is the tougher judge and clearly knows his stuff. My husband is the baker of the house so I knew he’d want to try Paul’s recipes. My husband was glad to see that the ingredients are listed both in cups (more for beginners like me) and grams. He prefers to bake with grams since he says that’s more exact.
There are a variety of recipes and n ...more
Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book.
I think most fans of the GBBO are familiar with Paul Hollywood. He's the tougher judge, but his recipes always look amazing.
In Bake, the recipes all look great! The pictures (There is a picture for EVERY recipe and even some that have step-by-step pictures accompanying it) are beautiful and really sell the food more. I love that each recipe is very well written and easily instructed, plus it has cups and weights for those who ...more
I think most fans of the GBBO are familiar with Paul Hollywood. He's the tougher judge, but his recipes always look amazing.
In Bake, the recipes all look great! The pictures (There is a picture for EVERY recipe and even some that have step-by-step pictures accompanying it) are beautiful and really sell the food more. I love that each recipe is very well written and easily instructed, plus it has cups and weights for those who ...more
What a gorgeous book! I was able to review an ARC of Bake from Netgalley.
Bake has beautiful pictures, and lots of great recipes. It also has lovely stories from Paul, and step by step directions for the recipes. It was a treat to read in electronic form, and I think in physical form it would be even more impressive.
The book is sectioned by type of recipe: There's cookies, breads, pizzas, cakes, scones, and more! The recipes are really geared toward any baker---not too many ingredients in most r ...more
Bake has beautiful pictures, and lots of great recipes. It also has lovely stories from Paul, and step by step directions for the recipes. It was a treat to read in electronic form, and I think in physical form it would be even more impressive.
The book is sectioned by type of recipe: There's cookies, breads, pizzas, cakes, scones, and more! The recipes are really geared toward any baker---not too many ingredients in most r ...more
What a luscious, glorious cookbook. I am a baker by choice and a fan of GBBO so I was very excited to get an ARC of this book. Couldn’t be happier with the contents. Glorious photos, detailed recipes, a variety of bakes. I enjoyed reading why Paul included certain recipes and why they were meaningful to him.
The ingredient lists were approachable, the recipes written out clearly, the directions easy to follow. I tried some recipes I bake often myself (brownies, blondies) and some that are newer ...more
The ingredient lists were approachable, the recipes written out clearly, the directions easy to follow. I tried some recipes I bake often myself (brownies, blondies) and some that are newer ...more
I am a huge fan of The Great British Baking Show! When I found out I would receive an ARC, I was ecstatic! Paul Hollywood 's voice was clear in my head as I read his cookbook, and who wouldn't want to learn from the best. The layout and recipes definitely reflect his personality. I loved that he is included in pictures of himself for baking techniques ! Its great to see some of the recipes featured in the show like biscotti, ciabatta, and baked Alaska! I will be buying this cookbook for myself f
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Hands down my favorite baking cookbook. I didn’t know who the author was before this book (I don’t watch a lot of television) but I’ll definitely be checking everything I can by him. I am so excited to start working through this cookbook! I don’t know what I want to try first.
The good stuff:
*Well written recipes
*Easy step by step instructions
*Easy to get ingredients (the fruit depends on the season obviously)
*Gorgeous pictures with every recipes (and some have step by step pictures)
The bad:
*It ...more
The good stuff:
*Well written recipes
*Easy step by step instructions
*Easy to get ingredients (the fruit depends on the season obviously)
*Gorgeous pictures with every recipes (and some have step by step pictures)
The bad:
*It ...more
I received a free copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I’ve been baking for years, and though many of these recipes are familiar to what I grew up making, they are just that little bit better. If you’ve ever baked with recipes attempting to adjust for allergies or sensitivities, inevitably you try to substitute something small. In this case, I really appreciate when the recipe is marked with a “do not substitute” warning- so you know better. I look forward to using some of these ...more
I’ve been baking for years, and though many of these recipes are familiar to what I grew up making, they are just that little bit better. If you’ve ever baked with recipes attempting to adjust for allergies or sensitivities, inevitably you try to substitute something small. In this case, I really appreciate when the recipe is marked with a “do not substitute” warning- so you know better. I look forward to using some of these ...more
After years of watching Paul Hollywood on the Great British Bake Off, I’ve wanted to try one of his recipe books. When this book came up for review, I leapt at the chance and I was not disappointed! I’ve tried a few of the recipes and they all turned out wonderful, something rare for me! The selection is all foods I love or would love to try to make and the recipes are all easy to follow. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves baking!
I love Paul Hollywood and many of his recipes have become favorites and ones that I bake regularly. This cookbook looks to be more of the same stellar recipes. I love that there are weighted measurements as well as more American options. The recipes are delicious with some being super easy and others that present more of a challenge and test your baking skills. This is another great cookbook from the great Paul Hollywood.
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Paul Hollywood is an English baker and celebrity chef. He has worked as a baker since taking up the career at his father's bakery as a teenager and has gone on to become head baker at a number of hotels around Britain. After returning from working in Cyprus, he began appearing in guest spots on a number of British television shows on both BBC and ITV channels. Since 2010 he has appeared as a judge
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