Synopses & Reviews
In Turkish Bakery Delight, the author introduces a mixture of traditional Turkish baking recipes—savory and sweet-along with recipes developed with a contemporary touch. Each recipe is introduced with fun facts about the origin of the dish and how to serve it. From Gozleme, a classic Turkish pastry prepared for kings, to the mango dessert Muhallebi sold on every corner, there's a little something for everyone. Includes a basic guide to Turkish pronunciation and a glossary of terms for names and ingredients. The perfect companion for the adventurous baker.
About the Author
Deniz Azkabat was born and grew up in Istanbul, Turkey. As well as learning the traditional methods of baking from her mother, she learnt the importance of Turkish hospitality traditions. After a stint in the corporate world, she left to pursue her passion: making cakes. She taught herself pastry-making and baking, all while adapting them to traditional Turkish recipes and tastes. After training at the Ciragan Palace Kempinski hotel in Istanbul, she opened her first shop which garnered wide attention across Istanbul. In 2008 Deniz moved to Australia and has opened her own boutique chocolate shop, Carre Noir, in Sydney's Mosman.