Titles in This Set. Dominique Ansel: Secret Recipes from the World Famous New York Bakery. Everyone Can Bake: Simple Recipes to Master and Mix. Details. Condition: New. Format: Hardback. ISBN: 9789124097745. Publisher: Murdoch Books. Age Range: Adult. Overview. This two-book hardback collection brings together the professional secrets and the everyday building blocks of a James Beard Award-winning pastry chef. Dominique Ansel, creator of the world-famous Cronut, shares both the inspiration behind his most celebrated creations and the foolproof techniques that let home bakers build their own show-stopping desserts. Together, these two titles make a rich, gift-worthy resource for anyone who loves pastry, from curious beginners to dedicated home bakers wanting to bring bakery-quality results into their own kitchen.. About the Books. Dominique Ansel: Secret Recipes from the World Famous New York Bakery is Ansel's debut cookbook, pairing recipes for his most celebrated pastries with the personal stories and inspiration behind each one. Readers get an intimate look into the mind of a chef renowned for reinventing classic desserts, alongside clear guidance on the techniques that make his bakery's creations so distinctive. Everyone Can Bake: Simple Recipes to Master and Mix takes a different, more accessible approach. Rather than presenting finished desserts alone, Ansel breaks baking down into fundamental "building blocks" — tart shells, buttercreams, jams, cakes — that can be mixed, matched and reimagined in countless combinations. With easy-to-follow instructions and practical kitchen tips, this second book is designed to build genuine confidence, turning nervous beginners into imaginative home bakers. Read together, the two books offer a satisfying arc: the artistry and ambition behind a world-class pastry career, followed by the practical framework needed to bring that same creativity into any home kitchen. Both hardback editions are beautifully produced and built to last as everyday kitchen references.. Two complementary hardback cookbooks from a James Beard Award-winning pastry chef. Combines inspirational storytelling with practical, mix-and-match baking techniques. Clear, step-by-step instructions suitable for beginners through to confident home bakers. Beautifully photographed hardback editions built to last as kitchen references. A thoughtful gift for foodies, baking enthusiasts and culinary students. About the Author. Dominique Ansel is the chef and owner of Dominique Ansel Bakery in New York City, celebrated worldwide as the creator of the Cronut. A James Beard Award winner for Outstanding Pastry Chef, he was named one of Business Insider's most innovative people under forty and has earned accolades including Time Out New York's "Best New Bakery" and Zagat's top ranking. Trained at Fauchon and as executive pastry chef at Daniel, Ansel brings genuine professional pedigree and an inventive spirit to every recipe he shares.. Why You'll Love This Set. This pairing offers the best of both worlds: the inspiration and artistry behind a world-famous bakery, plus the practical, mix-and-match building blocks to recreate that magic at home. A rewarding, gift-ready duo for any pastry lover.. Please Note: Cover shown reflects the UK edition ISBN. Please refer to the ISBN listed for exact edition confirmation.