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Hand Made Baking: Recipes to Warm the Heart Hardcover – November 25, 2014

by Kamran Siddiqi (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 119 ratings
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Kamran Siddiqi, the talented young blogger behind The Sophisticated Gourmet, delivers simple yet sophisticated recipes in his first book--a collection of more than 75 of his favorite homemade baked sweets. Designed to entice young bakers with his infectious passion for baking (and sugar in all its glorious forms), the pages are filled with classic favorites like Cream Scones and Chocolate Cake, as well as lesser-known indulgences such as Arabian Nights Baklava and Pistachio Polvorones. With his trademark clear-cut instructions and glorious photographs of each and every treat, Hand Made Baking is perfect for aspiring home cooks with an eye for the elevated taste and beauty of all things hand made.
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  1. Print length
    208 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Chronicle Books
  4. Publication date
    November 25, 2014
  5. Dimensions
    7.25 x 1 x 10 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1452112304
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1452112305
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"Hand Made Baking feels lovely and personal, like you're peering into the kitchen of a friend who's invited you over for cake and coffee. From the dedication to the last headnote, a light air of charm and an apparent love of food permeate the writing. Everything in Hand Made Baking, from the friendly headnotes to the luscious images, draws you in and compels you to head straight for the kitchen." -- Food Network

"He looks like a model and he'll bring us carrot cake. Meet our dream man... The new king of baking. Step aside, Mary Berry, there's a new baking guru on the block... Baking God Kamran Siddiqi. The kitchen just got a whole lot hotter." -- InStyle Magazine UK

About the Author

Kamran Siddiqi is a food writer, recipe developer, and food photographer. He blogs at The Sophisticated Gourmet and lives in New Jersey.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Chronicle Books; Illustrated edition (November 25, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1452112304
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1452112305
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.86 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.25 x 1 x 10 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 119 ratings

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Kamran Siddiqi

Kamran Siddiqi

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Hey there! I’m Kamran Siddiqi. Feel free to call me Kam; most of my friends and family do.

I am the self-taught cook & baker, writer, photographer, designer, and dishwasher for the blog Sophisticated Gourmet (http://www.sophisticatedgourmet.com/). I am a New Yorker residing in New Jersey, and I recently wrote a cookbook called Hand Made Baking: Recipes to Warm The Heart.

I was brought up in a family of food lovers. We put food at the center of everything, and cook seasonally. During the winter months, smells of hand made cakes and flavorful pies dance through the house. In May, mustard greens and glorious green leaves of spinach are cooked down to make Saag (essentially: an Indian spiced spinach dish) the very way my great-grandmother taught our family to make it. In the summer there are several punnets of venetian-red strawberries and crimson tomatoes à gogo.

Growing up, restaurant visits were rare, and were only left for special occasions. We always cooked, and I loved that. Homemade Indian flatbreads were made daily– a family affair after my parents came home from work. Both of my parents come from two very different, yet similar, backgrounds. My father is a native of Pakistan, and was born into a (mostly) Punjabi family that breaths good food. My mother was born in New York to a father from Cádiz, Spain and a Mother from The Dominican Republic; although they lived a very frugal lifestyle here in the States, everything was always homemade and delicious.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
119 global ratings

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Customers find the recipes in the book delicious and easy to make. They also appreciate the beautiful photos and visual appeal. Readers mention the steps are clearly outlined and the pictures are artistic yet simple.

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Customers find the recipes in the book delicious, easy to make, and a big hit with the family. They say the Dutch Baby recipe is foolproof and the chocolate cake is amazing. Readers also appreciate the thick card-weight paper sewn together.

"This is a fantastic baking book and I say that as someone who has been baking for over thirty-five years...." Read more

"Like the way the book is published. Thick card-weight paper sewn together. Lots of room for personal notes...." Read more

"...A wonderful cookbook even for those bakers who have a full shelves of books because some days you just want something easy and delicious without all..." Read more

"Great recipes! I really love these recipes, I’m from New York and apparently the author must be too because He talks about NY quite a bit...." Read more

13 customers mention "Pictures"13 positive0 negative

Customers find the pictures in the book beautiful, visually pleasing, and inspiring. They say the finished product is more polished looking than their regular home baking. Readers also appreciate the clear instructions and pictures to help. In addition, they mention the book itself is appealing to touch and page through.

"...The steps are clearly outlined, the photos are artistic yet simple, and the 'voice' of the author can be heard throughout as he tells us why he..." Read more

"...Lots of room for personal notes. Good clear instructions and pics to help—I did some bagels. Recommend it highly." Read more

"I like the presentations and the layout of the book. This is a nice book for the beginning baker...." Read more

"...It is everything I expected - wonderful recipes, beautiful photos and Kamran's clear, lyrical writing...." Read more

9 customers mention "Ease of follow"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the recipes in the book easy to follow. They appreciate the clear outlines, artistic yet simple photos, and simplicity of the recipes.

"...The pie-dough recipe is simple and has not failed me yet. The steps are clearly outlined, the photos are artistic yet simple, and the 'voice' of the..." Read more

"...Lots of room for personal notes. Good clear instructions and pics to help—I did some bagels. Recommend it highly." Read more

"...was amazing and so far the two bread recipes have been delicious and easy...." Read more

"The book itself is perfect - the recipes are approachable and easy to follow. However, this was listed as a new item and it was clearly used...." Read more

3 customers mention "Writing quality"3 positive0 negative

Customers find the writing quality of the book heartfelt and easy to read.

"...However, some of these recipes are true gems. The writing is heartfelt, just like the act of baking should be, and I haven't come across a bad..." Read more

"...- wonderful recipes, beautiful photos and Kamran's clear, lyrical writing...." Read more

"...deserts and bread but a very nice addition to your kitchen Very easy to read. I like it!" Read more

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Great book but seller sent used copy!
The book itself is perfect - the recipes are approachable and easy to follow. However, this was listed as a new item and it was clearly used. There are food stains on the pages, the cover is worn, and pages were dog eared.
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tigger
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book full of useful recipes
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2018
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This is a fantastic baking book and I say that as someone who has been baking for over thirty-five years. I bought it for the bagel recipe and I have made many of the other recipes in the book. The pie-dough recipe is simple and has not failed me yet. The steps are clearly outlined, the photos are artistic yet simple, and the 'voice' of the author can be heard throughout as he tells us why he makes certain recipes, or whom they remind him of. Love this book, so glad I found it. And by the way, the Dutch Baby recipe is fool-proof. It comes out of the oven, every time, like a spectacular crown. Made a quick fresh cranberry compote to go with it and my hubby of twenty years looked at me in awe and said, "Can I marry you again?"
Great book. Well done Mr. Siddiqi.
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Joyce G. Ramos
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to follow instructions
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2023
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Like the way the book is published. Thick card-weight paper sewn together. Lots of room for personal notes. Good clear instructions and pics to help—I did some bagels. Recommend it highly.
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C. Brennan
5.0 out of 5 stars just like the act of baking should be
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2017
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I received this book as a gift from my husband because I bake A LOT and I never thought I would find recipes that would even come close to replacing those I've made for years. However, some of these recipes are true gems. The writing is heartfelt, just like the act of baking should be, and I haven't come across a bad recipe yet from this book. Even the pie crust, a staple and basic in any kitchen, was flaky and light. The cookies have all been to die for, the flourless chocolate cake was amazing and so far the two bread recipes have been delicious and easy. A wonderful cookbook even for those bakers who have a full shelves of books because some days you just want something easy and delicious without all the fuss.
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T. Lyons
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful basic recipes, that bring me back home!
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2018
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Great recipes! I really love these recipes, I’m from New York and apparently the author must be too because He talks about NY quite a bit. The crumb cake recipe made me cry ( literally) because it reminded me of my dad and how he would buy crumb cake for us when we were little. He was from Brooklyn, and the author states that this recipe and crumb cake were born and bred in Brooklyn .So funny how food can bring back memories that are special like this. For that recipe alone this book is worth it for me.
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Rainbow
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Basic Baking Book
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2018
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I like the presentations and the layout of the book. This is a nice book for the beginning baker. I have been baking for over 45 years so I am very familiar with the recipes and best techniques.
The bagels were very good. The cinnamon rolls a bit bready for my taste but nice and I have much better recipes for a fluffier dough. All in all a good read with and a stepping stone for beginning bakers
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Rainbow
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Basic Baking Book
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2018
I like the presentations and the layout of the book. This is a nice book for the beginning baker. I have been baking for over 45 years so I am very familiar with the recipes and best techniques.
The bagels were very good. The cinnamon rolls a bit bready for my taste but nice and I have much better recipes for a fluffier dough. All in all a good read with and a stepping stone for beginning bakers
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fun book
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2024
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Great New York bagel recipe!
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Meghan D. Adkins
5.0 out of 5 stars So Good I Almost Ate The Book
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2015
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Upon first glance I was tempted to just eat the actual book right away. After reading it I'm glad I didn't! Kamran is like a baker's guardian angel without sounding like a know-it-all. He gives helpful tips and encourages your creativity when making his recipes. It feels like he's in your kitchen, baking alongside you, maybe engaging you in a flour fight and always insisting there be a taste test! After reading this book I feel like I've known Kamran my whole life. His book is full of warm memories, wicked humor, laughter, and spirit. After all, what is good food without some good company to go with it? And Kamran is truly exceptional company in the kitchen, and anywhere else for that matter. When you make his beautiful treats you not only taste his memories and emotions, but you then begin making your own. Kamran's personality shines throughout this wonderful cookbook and I can't wait to get into my kitchen and dig my hands into some butter and flour. It's so much more than a cookbook! Well done Kamran, well done!
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Susan S. Capozzi
5.0 out of 5 stars Everything I Expected From Kamran...And More!
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2014
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I have long been a fan of Kamran's website, "The Sophisticated Gourmet" and have eagerly anticipated the arrival of his book. It is everything I expected - wonderful recipes, beautiful photos and Kamran's clear, lyrical writing. I'd write more, but I'm off to the kitchen to make his "Samee" cookies! Put this cookbook on your Christmas wish list - it would also make an awesome gift for the foodie in your life!
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Martyna
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2016
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Amazing book for cake lovers. I've tried lots of recipes and all of them was delicious!
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