Chris Bianco

JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • IACP AWARD WINNER • NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A dynamic, authoritative sourdough baking bible for those looking to build confidence in the craft with a wide range of foolproof recipes, from pan loaves to pizza to doughnuts, by the beloved blogger and resident bread baker at Food52 “Maurizio Leo has given all bread-heads, whether newbies or experienced bakers, the ideal gift.”—Peter Reinhart, author of The Bread Baker’s Apprentice and host of Pizza Quest ONE OF SAVEUR'S BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR Maurizio Leo’s blog The Perfect Loaf is the go-to destination on the internet for beginner sourdough bakers. He now brings his impeccably detailed techniques, foolproof recipes, and generous teaching style to a groundbreaking debut cookbook that delves into the absolute fundamentals of sourdough—plus the tools and confidence to explore beyond. Recipes cover flavorful, crowd-pleasing favorites: Essential freeform loaves: Simple Sourdough, Rosemary & Olive Oil, Extra-Sour Sourdough, Cranberry & Walnut, Demi BaguettesPan loaves: Everyday Sandwich Bread, Naturally Leavened Brioche, German Whole Rye, Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich BreadPizza and flatbread: Roman-Style Pan Pizza, Focaccia, Naan, Flour Tortillas, PitaBuns, rolls, and more: Soft Dinner Rolls, Potato Buns, Ciabatta Rolls, English Muffins, BagelsSweets: Weekend Cinnamon Rolls, Italian Doughnuts, Summer Fruit Sourdough Crostata, Banana Bread, Cinnamon Babka Beginner bakers will have their hands held the entire way, with troubleshooting sections and numerous sidebars answering almost every question they may have—like how to store a sourdough starter long-term, how bakers’ percentages actually work, and a visual guide to common “bread fails” and how to remedy them. Seasoned bakers will relish deep dives into the science behind baking processes and expert information on how to build their “baker’s intuition” and level up by experimenting with hydration, ingredient ratios, freshly milled grains, and specialty flours. Whether you're new to bread baking or a pro, The Perfect Loaf will be your indispensable guide in the kitchen.

This brilliantly revisited and beautifully re-photographed baking book is a totally updated edition of a go-to classic for home and professional bakers—from San Francisco's legendary Tartine Bakery. Winner of the 2020 IACP Award for Best Cookbook, Food Photography & Styling The New York Times Best Cookbooks of Fall 2019 "Liz and Chad created much more than a bakery. They tapped into a next-level frequency and, thankfully, we can all tune in. The breadcrumb trail comes full circle with this revisit to the original Tartine classic. I am inspired by where they've been, love where they are, and I'm excited to see where they take us next."—Chris Bianco, author of Bianco: Pizza, Pasta, and Other Food I Like Tartine is one of the most acclaimed and inspiring bakeries in the world. Here is co-owners Elisabeth Pruiett and Chad Robertson's first, classic Tartine cookbook, fully updated with 68 all-new recipes and 55 refreshed favorites. These recipes capture the invention and, above all, deliciousness that Tartine is known for—including their most requested recipe, the Morning Bun. Favorites from the original recipe book are revamped to speak to our tastes today and to include whole-grain and/or gluten-free variations, as well as intriguing new ingredients and global techniques. More than 150 drop-dead gorgeous photographs from acclaimed team Gentl + Hyers make this baking and pastry book a true collectible compendium and must-have for bakers of all skill levels. THE BREAD BOOK THAT SAVED LOCKDOWN: When the world turned inward and reached for the comfort of bread making, Tartine Bread is the bread baking book they relied on. This, their original cookbook, is the perfect companion volume for any home baker ready to venture beyond artisan sourdough to create such irresistible treats as Fruit Galettes, Honey Spice Cake, Pecan Diamonds, Matcha-Glazed Croissants, Savory Scones, and Millionaire's Chocolate Caramel Tart. MODERNIST CUISINE MADE ACCESSIBLE: As pastry chef David Lebovitz, author of My Paris Kitchen and Drinking French, notes, "The original Tartine cookbook took us into their kitchen, and Elisabeth and Chad's exciting update adds all-new recipes, gluten-free versions, and gorgeous photos to their classic baking book. If you can't make it to the bakery (but even if you can), you'll want to add Tartine: A Classic Revisited to your collection!" FOR THE DISCERNING COOKBOOK COLLECTOR: If you liked Tartine All Day by Elisabeth Prueitt, Flour Water Salt Yeast by Ken Forkish, or Giuseppe's Italian Bakes, you'll love Tartine: A Classic Revisited! Perfect for: Devotees of Tartine Bakery and the San Francisco food scene Home cooks seeking easy-to-achieve baking recipes Beginner and advanced bread bakers Birthday, housewarming, or holiday gift