The Irish Bakery, signed copy
A wonderful book covering the centuries-old tradition of Irish baking, ‘The Irish Bakery’ includes both traditional bakes and new ideas for the contemporary home cook. Irish cooking has been shaped by the island’s history and natural surroundings, and Andrew Montgomery’s exquisite full-page photographs document the beauty of the landscape. From soda breads, batch loaves and farls baked over turf fires to unique regional specialties, the book forms an indispensable resource for beginner bakers, expert cooks and lovers of Irish culture alike.
A wonderful book covering the centuries-old tradition of Irish baking, ‘The Irish Bakery’ includes both traditional bakes and new ideas for the contemporary home cook. Irish cooking has been shaped by the island’s history and natural surroundings, and Andrew Montgomery’s exquisite full-page photographs document the beauty of the landscape. From soda breads, batch loaves and farls baked over turf fires to unique regional specialties, the book forms an indispensable resource for beginner bakers, expert cooks and lovers of Irish culture alike.
There are baking methods, tips and tricks, and a spotlight on some of the artisan producers in the country including Wild Irish Seaweeds, Ryan’s Rhubarb and Woodcock Smokery, together with anecdotes, profiles and personal interviews that span the breadth of the island.
- Publisher: Montgomery Press
- Hard cover
- Colour and B&W photography
- Number of pages: 352 pages
- ISBN: 9781399959971