Category: Baking/Cooking Books Baking/Cooking books are a staple in every home kitchen. They provide inspiration for new recipes, techniques, and ideas to create delicious treats that can be enjoyed by family and friends. In this review, we will take a closer look at six popular baking/cooking books and discuss their strengths and weaknesses. Sweet Celebrations with Moda Bakeshop Chefs: 35 Projects to Sew from Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes, Fat Quarters, Charm Squares & More is a great book for those who love sewing and baking. The book provides step-by-step instructions on how to create beautiful quilts and cakes using jelly rolls, layer cakes, fat quarters, charm squares, and more. The projects are easy to follow and the book includes detailed illustrations to help guide you through each step. One of the strengths of this book is that it provides a variety of projects for different skill levels, from beginner to advanced. However, one weakness is that some of the patterns may be too complex for beginners to sew. The Hummingbird Bakery Home Sweet Home: 100 new recipes for baking brilliance is a must-have book for anyone who loves baking. The book includes a variety of sweet and savory recipes, from cakes and cookies to breads and pastries. One of the strengths of this book is that it provides clear instructions and detailed photographs to help guide you through each recipe. Additionally, the book includes tips and tricks for achieving perfect results every time. However, one weakness is that some of the recipes may be too complex or require specialty ingredients, which can make them difficult to recreate at home. Taste of Home Cake Mix Creations Brand New Edition: 234 Cakes, Cookies & other Desserts from a Mix! is a great book for those who love baking but don't have the time or resources to create everything from scratch. The book includes over 200 recipes that use cake mix as the base, along with additional ingredients and instructions to transform the mix into delicious treats. One of the strengths of this book is that it provides a variety of options for different dietary needs, including gluten-free and vegan options. However, one weakness is that some of the recipes may not be as creative or unique as those found in other baking/cooking books. Sweet Holidays: A Sweet's Sweets Bakery Mystery (Samantha Sweet Mysteries Book 3) is a fun and engaging book for fans of cozy mysteries. The book follows the adventures of Samantha Sweet, a baker who solves mysteries in her small town. One of the strengths of this book is that it combines two popular genres - baking/cooking and mystery novels. Additionally, the book includes recipes for some of the treats mentioned in the story, which can be enjoyed by readers while they follow along with Samantha's adventures. However, one weakness is that the focus on the mystery may overshadow the baking aspect of the book, making it less appealing to those who primarily enjoy baking/cooking. Buddy's Bakery Rescue Season 1 is a reality TV show that follows the team at Buddy's Bakery as they rescue and train dogs in need. While not strictly a baking/cooking book or show, it does include some recipes for treats made with dog-friendly ingredients. One of the strengths of this show is that it highlights the importance of animal welfare and provides inspiration for those who love both baking/cooking and animals. Additionally, the show includes tips and tricks for creating delicious treats that are safe for dogs to enjoy. However, one weakness is that the focus on the rescue aspect may overshadow the baking aspect of the show, making it less appealing to those who primarily enjoy baking/cooking. Modern Sourdough: Sweet and Savory Recipes from Margot Bakery is a great book for anyone interested in sourdough bread-making. The book includes over 50 recipes for sweet and savory dishes made with sourdough dough, along with detailed instructions and photographs to help guide you through each recipe. One of the strengths of this book is that it provides a variety of options for different dietary needs, including gluten-free and vegan options. Additionally, the book includes tips and tricks for achieving perfect results every time. However, one weakness is that some of the recipes may be too complex or require specialty ingredients, which can make them difficult to recreate at home. The Hummingbird Bakery Life Is Sweet is a must-have book for anyone who loves baking and wants to create treats that are both delicious and beautiful. The book includes over 100 recipes for cakes, cookies, breads, pastries, and more, along with detailed instructions and photographs to help guide you through each recipe. One of the strengths of this book is that it provides clear instructions and tips for achieving perfect results every time.