Sarah Barber unravels the mystery of pastry with ‘Patisserie Perfection’

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Corinthia London’s head pastry chef Sarah Barber is today launching her new book which unravels the mystery of pastry and reveals the secrets behind its artistry. Sarah Barber is often playful, fanciful and contemporary with her style which has been honed over an 18 year training period that has seen her hold head pastry chef roles at Yauatcha, Dinner by Heston Blummental and ME London. With her new book Patisserie Perfection Sarah is sharing her recipes for some of her most fantastical desserts, chocolates and plated chilled desserts. The 200 strong recipe list ranges from pralines and petits gateaux to deconstructed desserts. Patisserie Perfection is published and sold by Chef Media, priced £50. To purchase, go to www.chefmedia.co.uk Apple Pie & Custard Woodland forest resized Tropical entremet Deconstructed Etonmess Picture credit to Sarah Barber and Peter Marshall
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Editor 15th September 2015

Sarah Barber unravels the mystery of pastry with ‘Patisserie Perfection’