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The Professional Pastry Chef

Fundamentals of Baking and Pastry
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The Professional Pastry Chef by Bo Friberg is an essential reference for both aspiring and professional pastry chefs. The book delves into the techniques and art of crafting pastries, offering detailed instructions and guidance on a wide range of baking and pastry concepts. It combines fundamental knowledge with innovative recipes, all designed to equip readers with the skills needed for mastering the pastry chef profession.
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If you're passionate about baking and aspire to refine your skills, this comprehensive guide covers a vast array of techniques and offers step-by-step instructions for both beginners and seasoned professionals. It includes beautiful illustrations and detailed recipes that can help unleash your creativity in the kitchen. Whether you’re looking to master classic pastries or explore innovative creations, this resourceful book can be your culinary ally.

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The Professional Pastry Chef

Suitable for pastry lovers and chefs worldwide, this work presents comprehensive coverage of basic baking and pastry techniques. It contains more than 650 recipes, which offer an emphasis on American applications of European techniques with yields suitable for restaurant service or for entertaining at home.

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There’s something for everyone in this updated edition of Bo Friberg’s classic opus on pastry. A must for the professional, whether student or teacher, it also offers recipes for breads, cookies, tarts, and cakes that will appeal to all serious amateur bakers.

Jacques Pépin, author, teacher, and host of his own public television series: "I often turn to my battered, well-used copy of Friberg’s classic for inspiration and education. Seasoned professional bakers and passionate amateurs alike will find his precise instructions to be infallible for success. I’m grateful for this updated edition with its easy-to-find information and spectacular new photos."

Rick Rodgers, author of Kaffeehaus: Exquisite Desserts from the Classic Cafes of Vienna, Budapest, and Prague: "Bo Friberg is a rare innovator, a pioneer in his field, and an inspiration for a whole generation of pastry chefs. He has put together a collection of recipes that express an intimate connection among flavours, presentation, technique, and creativity. The Professional Pastry Chef is a guide that will be a classic for the 21st century."

Hubert Keller, chef/owner of Fleur de Lys restaurant, San Francisco: "Bo Friberg is a rare innovator, a pioneer in his field, and an inspiration for a whole generation of pastry chefs. He has put together a collection of recipes that express an intimate connection among flavours, presentation, technique, and creativity. The Professional Pastry Chef is a guide that will be a classic for the 21st century."

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The Professional Pastry Chef by Bo Friberg is often praised for its comprehensive approach to the art of pastry-making, balancing detailed techniques with insightful explanations. Reviewers appreciate its clear instructions and practical tips, making it a valuable resource for both aspiring and seasoned professionals. The inclusion of extensive recipes and high-quality illustrations further adds to its acclaim, cementing its reputation as a staple reference work in culinary education.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780471359258

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 November 2002

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Edition: 4th edition

Contributors:

  • With Amy Kemp Friberg

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 58.0mm

Width: 224.0mm

Height: 282.0mm

Weight: 2631g

Pages: 1040

About the Author

BO FRIBERG, Certified Master Pastry Chef, is Executive Pastry Chef at the San Diego Culinary Institute in La Mesa, California. With more than forty years of experience in the industry, he has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including two gold medals at the Culinary Arts Exhibit of the Pacific Coast. He has also demonstrated the art of pastry making on television shows, including the highly acclaimed public television series Cooking Secrets of the CIA; Cooking at the Academy; and NBC's Today show.
Visit Chef Bo on his Web site at www.chefbo.com

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