Basic Is Delicious: Katsuhiko Kawata's Pastries, 2007
Katsuhiko Kawata, 5th Printing, Japan

Inventory No.: b-1→a-7-2-2-2→a-11→b-12 2609

Overall, the condition is good, but there is some slight discoloration and minor scratches due to age.

Please check the photos for the condition.

Therefore, if you are looking for a book in like-new condition or are extremely particular about its condition, please refrain from purchasing this item.
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Publisher: Shibata Shoten
Publication Date: April 10, 2007
Author: Katsuhiko Kawata
Pages: Approx. 358 pages
Language: Japanese
Country of Origin: Japan
Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9784388059119
1922077062004

■ Dimensions
Height: Approx. 26.6 cm Approx. 10.4 inches
Width: Approx. 19.1 cm Approx. 7.5 inches
Thickness: Approx. 2.6 cm Approx. 1.0 inches
Weight: Approx. 1346g

■Additional Product Information■
Katsuhiko Kawada of “Au Bon Vue Tan,” a leading figure in French pastry, reveals for the first time the fundamental techniques and philosophy behind deliciousness.

41 fresh pastries, 52 baked goods

Plus 32 chocolate and sugar confectionery items

Chef Katsuhiko Kawada of “Au Bon Vue Tan,” who has long been a role model for French pastry chefs, surprisingly had never published a book of his own.

Driven by a desire to pass on his work to future generations, this book comprehensively condenses the fruits of Mr. Kawada’s 40-year career in confectionery.

125 product items

While this does not represent his entire body of work, it introduces everything from fresh pastries to baked goods, chocolates, ice cream, and sugar confections

It also includes 21 types of fresh pastry dough recipes and 36 recipes for basic homemade ingredients

His techniques are truly diverse

During his apprenticeship in France, he not only worked at various patisseries but also spent time at confiserie (sugar confectionery) shops and chocolate shops, learning a wide range of skills

He pored over classical texts and immersed himself in regional confections.

Come take a peek into Mr. Kawada’s rich body of work and step into the world of Kawada.

The author, who has pored over classical texts and possesses a deep knowledge of traditional confections.
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Reference Number: b-1→a-7-2-2-2→a-11→b-12 2609