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Desserts Around the World Revised and Expanded to Include New Low-Fat Recipes (Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks) by Lee Engfe...

by Lee Engfer

Book Details

Publisher:Rare In Traditional Dessert Books
Published:2004
Pages:72
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0822541653

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

Featuring recipes from twenty countries around the world, this tasty sampler presents brief descriptions of where, what time of year, and why certain desserts are prepared. with recipes for Moroccan date cake, Sacher Torte from Austria, Venezuelan flan, Lebanese stuffed pancakes, and much more, Desserts around the World presents delicious desserts for every occasion.

Our Review

This engaging cookbook whisks young bakers on a global culinary adventure, featuring twenty authentic dessert recipes from countries including Morocco, Austria, Venezuela, and Lebanon. Each recipe is thoughtfully introduced with a brief cultural context, explaining where, when, and why these sweet treats are traditionally prepared, turning baking into a delicious geography lesson. The instructions are presented with a clarity that empowers children to participate, making complex-sounding dishes like Sacher Torte and Lebanese stuffed pancakes feel accessible and achievable.

What truly sets this collection apart is its seamless integration of cultural education with hands-on kitchen fun, transforming the act of measuring and mixing into a tangible connection with global traditions. Budding chefs will delight in the variety, from the spiced warmth of a Moroccan date cake to the creamy comfort of Venezuelan flan, ensuring there's a new favorite waiting to be discovered. This book is an exceptional resource for families seeking to expand their culinary horizons together, fostering a spirit of adventure and a taste for the wider world, one delicious dessert at a time.

Themes

Cookery, International

Subjects

Cookery, International