A truly encyclopedic volume with everything there is to know about pies, tarts, and so much more. As with all of Rose Levy Beranbaum’s books, every recipe has been tested to the furthest degree. They all work like a charm. A book every baker should h...
The Pie and Pastry Bible by Rose Levy Beranbaum, Hardcover
The most used book in my kitchen, hands down! More science and technique than recipes, but something every home baker needs in their back pocket esp for creating new recipes
The Simple Codes Behind Everyday Cooking
If you have a question about cake, the answer is in here. A must have for any baker!
The Cake Bible: Rose Levy Beranbaum
All the best recipes from the dear departed magazine.
The Gourmet Cookbook: 1000+ Recipes by Reichl
A riveting tale of a musical disaster
Song of Spider-Man: Inside Story of Controversial Musical
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Examines three people who molded the modern musical
Something Wonderful: Rodgers & Hammerstein
This is a great series in general—feels like you’re picking the brains of all the greats!
Scorsese on Scorsese: Revised Edition - Amazon.com
Basically a giant index of flavor combinations from all over the world. No recipes, just lists and blurbs. A great one for cooks of any level!