The Book of Garnishes [Paperback]

June Budgen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 29, 1988 | Series: Book of...

Techniques for preparing each garnish are shown in step-by-step photos and it describes utensils and cutters to make each creation turn out right. Full-color illustrations.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

One of a new series that includes The Book of Appetizers, The Book of Chocolates & Petit Fours and The Book of Cocktails, this title gives instruction for most of the garnishes any cook will ever use. There are over 100 in all, including tomato roses, lemon swans, leek bows, avocado fans, bean bundles, noodle brushes and beet curls, many of which are surprisingly easy to prepare. Although Budgen discusses many "architectural" and vegetarian ornaments, she does not neglect other garnishes, covering, for example, croutons, candied violets, cookie cups and spun sugar and meringue mushrooms. Instructions are clearly written. Photos not seen by PW.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: HP Trade (February 29, 1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0895864800
• ISBN-13: 978-0895864802
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 5.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #77,732 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #24 in Books > Cookbooks, Food & Wine > Cooking by Ingredient > Sauces, Salsa & Garnishes

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Used this as a text book in Culinary Arts course, August 7, 1998

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Charles R. Sheasley - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Book of Garnishes (Paperback)

The book leaves nothing unsaid. The pictures make the garnishes very easy to make. A very good introduction to the subject. An excellent first book.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Simple but Useful, November 2, 2002

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Chris Frost (Ingalls, IN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Book of Garnishes (Paperback)

This book is full of simple little ideas for sprucing up any dish. None of the garnishes are very difficult, but they contribute so much to the eye appeal of any meal, and subconsciously, they contribute to the taste. (If it looks good, your mind subconsciously tells you it is good.) I would definitely recommend this for anyone who wants to add just a little flair to their meals, but doesn't want to have to learn any fancy knife cuts or buy any special equipment/blades.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Definitly for beginners!, September 12, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: The Book of Garnishes (Paperback)

This book considered is easy. When I take a glance at this book the garnishing techniques are often seen in dishes serve in regular restaurant. So to be honest this book isn't fill with glamour decoration. The garnishes are easy & you can make it yourself by looking at the first glance. Easy step by step guide with fully colored pictures. The level of difficulty for cutting and carving are none but surely helps to improve your food appearances. For those who know nothing about garnishing this book can be a starter. But for others that want fancy styles and more on 'how to garnish' better look some place else.