80 stunning recipes and inspiration for how to host and bake for the ultimate afternoon tea party with instruction from master patissier Will Torrent.  

Arranged by season, and with extra chapters on a Classic afternoon tea and a Showstopper afternoon tea, Will showcases his no-nonsense approach to the techniques involved in patisserie, baking, chocolate work and serving savoury dishes. Beautifully illustrated and an invaluable source of inspiration, there are also six guest recipes from top restaurants and hotels: The Ritz; The Dorchester; The Gramercy Tavern; The Berkeley; Harrods and Raymond Blanc's Les Manoir aux Quat'Saisons. Starting with a brief history of British afternoon tea, Will then offers up recipes for jams, spreads, butters and curds – everything you might need to serve with an afternoon tea. Recipes include Smoked Salmon & Whipped Cream Cheese sandwiches, Cherry & Almond Bakewell Tarts and Fruited Scones; as well as more adventurous offerings of Prosecco, Lime & Mint Jellies and Lemon & Lime Matcha Tea Friands.

About the Author:

Will Torrent trained under Heston Blumenthal at the age of 16, won Young Chef of the Year in 2009 and has worked with top chefs such as Brian Turner and Gary Rhodes, as well as at Claridges, The Dorchester, The Fat Duck and The Lanesborough. In addition, his TV appearances include BBC’s Sweet Baby James and Ready Steady Cook, Channel 4’s Food Fight Club and Sunday Brunch and ITV’s This Morning. He is a Consultant Pastry Chef to Waitrose and has been profiled extensively by the British press, including the Guardian. For Ryland Peters & Small, he is also the author of Pâtisserie at Home.

Perfect the art of French pâtisserie with over 70 classic recipes from award-winning pastry chef Will Torrent.

If you’ve ever wandered down a charming French alleyway or a bustling Parisian street, there are stand-out shop displays that truly capture the essence of French flair – gorgeous patisseries filled with the most eye-catching and elegant bakes. Delicately detailed with candies, fruits, spun sugar and tempered chocolate, it’s hard to resist their sweet seduction. However, you don’t have to travel far to enjoy these tasty treats, you can simply learn how to conjure them up at home with this stunning collection of recipes.
With step-by-step instructions, expert chef Will Torrent introduces you to the basic recipes that make up the foundation of authentic French pâtisserie, before delving into the superb bakes, each of which has its own je ne sais quio! Opt for something light and sweet with colourful Macarons. If you’re feeling fruity try the citrus-sharp Tarte au Citron. Or if all you want is chocolate on chocolate, master the rich Coffee and Chocolate Madeleines. Whether you’re new to pâtisserie, or have dabbled in the art before, these delightful desserts are sure to show you how to achieve French baking finesse.

About the Author:

Will Torrent trained under Heston Blumenthal at the age of 16, won Young Chef of the Year in 2009 and has worked with top chefs such as Brian Turner and Gary Rhodes, as well as at Claridges, The Dorchester, The Fat Duck and The Lanesborough. In addition, his TV appearances include BBC’s Sweet Baby James and Ready Steady Cook, Channel 4’s Food Fight Club and Sunday Brunch and ITV’s This Morning. He is a Consultant Pastry Chef to Waitrose and has been profiled extensively by the British press, including the Guardian. For Ryland Peters & Small, he is also the author of Afternoon Tea at Home and Chocolate at Home.