James Martin - Desserts

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There is nothing that James Martin doesn't know about desserts, cakes and puddings. In this acclaimed book he looks at all aspects of sweet tasting treats, from the best of British puddings, to chocolate heaven, and perfect melt-in-the mouth pastries, tarts and pies. 100 recipes include classics such as Tarte Tatin, Pavlova and Chocolate Mousse; comfort food heaven - Sticky Toffee Pudding, Chocolate Chip Cookies and Apple and Toffee Muffins; old favourites including Spicy Plum Crumble, Ginger Parkin and Lemon Meringue Pie; and traditional recipes for Summer Pudding, Lardy Cake, Junket Ice Cream and Kentish Pudding Pie. He also creates a delicious selection of confections which are destined to become firm favourites including White Chocolate Icecream, Whisky and Croissant Butter Pudding, Raspberry and Vodka Terrine, Chocolate Cola Cake and Fig Fritters. James shares his trademark secrets for making every mouthful one to savour.

James Martin has made a great impact since he began to appear on television inNovember '96 and has rarely been off screen since. He has been in numerousprogrammes including Ready Steady Cook, Kitchen Invaders, Housecall, Richardand Judy, and Good Food Live. He is now the host of Saturday Kitchen Live onBBC1 and was one of the most popular stars on 2005 Strictly Come Dancing,reaching the semi-finals.James's love of food started very young. His father ran the catering at CastleHoward and when he was only twelve, he was able to say that he had cooked forthe Queen Mother. He has worked at 190 Queensgate with Anthony WorrallThompson and was Head Chef of the Hotel and Bistro du Vin in Winchesterwhen he was only 22. James has written a number of books including Delicious,Great British Dinners, Eating in with James Martin and James Martin Digs Deep.Author Location: Winchester