Williams-Sonoma Dessert of the Day Cookbook brings together 365 mouthwatering recipes in this attractive, practical volume. Each of the 12 chapters opens with a colorful monthly calendar that provides an at-a-glance view of the desserts included. From January to December, you’ll find sweet recipes that suit every occasion, from a casual weeknight supper or a summer backyard get-together to a birthday celebration or a holiday gathering, and that fit every schedule, from simple sorbets to more elaborate cakes and tarts. Each recipe is accompanied with a note that might offer baking tips, advice on substituting ingredients, ideas for garnishes, or other helpful hints. Many of the recipes are illustrated with full-color photographs to guide you as you bake. From homespun pies and cobblers loaded with seasonal fruit to decadent chocolate-orange cupcakes and creamy hazelnut gelato, these recipes feature classic favorites as well as loads of contemporary delights. Lavish photographs and a colorful graphic design add visual appeal to the enticing collection and showcase seasonal dishes. So, keep on reading to find out more about this cookbook and what I thought of it.
What I thought of the book?
This is such a gorgeous book to add to your cookbook collection as it a wonderful book filled with inspirational recipes to help you as you cook according to the seasons using local ingredients. I do love that the book is divided according to the months, and there is a recipe for each day of that particular month. The recipes are easy to follow and simple. I love that the author has put a little tip section for each recipe as well. I only wish there was photos for every recipe in the book. I find that I am first drawn to recreate the ones with the photos as they look so tempting. The pages of the book are of good quality and I love the glossy finish to it. I do have to warn you that the book is heavy and thick with over 300 pages so perfect as a coffee table book as well. I often have it by my bedside when I am wondering what to make for guests. I would totally recommend getting this book for yourself or as a gift for someone you know.
How much is the book and where can you buy it?
You can purchase the hardcover of Dessert of the Day (Williams-Sonoma) – 365 Recipes for every day of the year for £26.43 while the Kindle copy retails for £5.87 on Amazon. Do check back as prices do fluctuate on Amazon.
About the book
Title: Dessert of the Day (Williams-Sonoma)
Publisher: Weldon Owen
Product Dimensions: 22.23 x 2.79 x 24.77 cm
ISBN-13: 978-1616284343
Pages: 303 pages
About Kim Laidlaw
Kim Laidlaw is a cookbook author, editor, food writer, producer, project manager, and baker who has been in the kitchen covered in flour since she was big enough to stir the biscuit dough. She has over 16 years of experience in book and online publishing, and a lifetime of experience in the kitchen. Her first cookbook, Home Baked Comfort, was published in 2011; her second cookbook, Baby & Toddler On the Go, was published in April 2013; and her third cookbook, Williams-Sonoma Dessert of the Day, was published in October 2013. She was the first blogger on KQED’s Bay Area Bites blog, which launched in 2005, and previously worked as a professional baker at La Farine French Bakery in Oakland, CA. She lives in Petaluma with her husband and their child, whom she cooks for everyday.
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16 comments
That’s a lot of dessert recipes for every day of the year, so at least you know there would be plenty of options in there that you’d like x
Exactly, and sometimes I do cheat and bake one which is for another season as well
I love flicking through a good cookbook and I’ve been making more desserts than usual lately so I think I’d really enjoy this one.
I am sure you would Kacie, this is one good cookbook
I do love cook books, I can sit and look through them for hours, I do love the sound of this one and love trying new recipes. I will have to look out for it as due a new cook book
Me too, Hope you get the chance to read this book
This sounds like such a wonderful cookbook – I do love a good dessert and Steve loves making them so this would be a staple on our recipe bookshelves!
You would definitely love this book, a must add to your collection
Yes please! I love cook books , especially if they have desserts in them , a whole book of yummy treats. Looks amazing
Amazing is the word I’d use for the book too
Now that is a lot of dessert recipes, one per day sounds like my motto for life, I love this. Need to check this book out.
Hope you do, yes lots of yummy sweet recipes
Now this sounds like a cookbook I would love! I have to admit dessert just has to be my favourite part of the meal.
Mine too, I always save room for desserts when I am having my meals
I love eating seasonally when I can, this sounds like a really inspiring cookbook to try out.
Agree it certainly is especially if you love desserts