It's been a real labor of love putting together this collection of my all-time favorite recipes and I'm thrilled to finally share it with you. I'm all about creating desserts that are treats for the eyes as much as the taste buds — I believe that every dessert should be a work of art, and that's exactly what I aim to achieve with Pastry Collection.
This book features eight carefully selected recipes that showcase flavors, textures and techniques that I've come to know and love over the years. Each recipe is special to me, and I'm confident you'll enjoy making and tasting them just as much as I do.
First up is the 100% Chocolate — a must-try for all chocolate lovers out there. The filling is rich and intensely chocolatey, while the hazelnut layer provides a perfect crunchy contrast. Another chocolate-filled delight is my Three Chocolates recipe, an elegant yet indulgent dessert for a special occasion. Then we have my Bee Medovik, a fun twist on the classic Eastern-European Medovik cake. Filled with creamy, honey textures, it’s sweet, slightly tart, and utterly irresistible. And for another show-stopping dessert, my Coconut, Caramel, and Lime Cake will wow your guests with its grand form and tropical flavors.
My Citrus and Basil Tarts are the perfect summertime pastries, boasting bright, zesty flavors and delightful herbal notes. Bursting with color and flavor, my Strawberry and Pistachio Tartlets also never fail to impress, filled with moist pistachio textures and topped with fresh strawberries. Another fruity winner are my Raspberry and Rose Flower pastries — these pink desserts are floral, fragrant and filled with delicate rose and berry flavors. And last but not least, my Vanilla and Caramel Choux pastries are a simple yet irresistible option — light and airy choux pastry meets sweet caramel cream, pecan praline and vanilla Chantilly cream — it doesn’t get better than this!
Follow my step-by-step methods and learn fundamental pastry skills and techniques that will stay with you for life.