Culinary Baking

Bad reviews can kill a business. This one killed the critic. When popular TV show "Taste of the Grove" chooses Sweet Springs Bakery for a special feature, cousins Savannah and Holly Stanton are thrilled for the exposure. But their excitement turns bitter when host Blake Harrison's charming on-camera personality proves to be a carefully crafted facade. After he publicly humiliates Holly and threatens to destroy the bakery's reputation, tensions rise faster than perfectly proofed dough. When Blake is found face-down in Holly's award-winning tiramisu, the bakery becomes the center of a murder ...

When down-on-her-luck baker Jenny Walsh returns to her sleepy hometown of Millfield, she plans to reopen her grandmother’s legendary bakery—just as soon as she perfects the elusive blackberry pie recipe that once made Evelyn Walsh a local star. But buried in flour and forgotten recipe boxes lies more than just cooking tips… there's a decades-old scandal, a secret note from a rival, and a mysterious “midnight picking” tradition that might be the key to more than perfect pie. With the Summer Festival baking contest looming and a handsome photographer named Adam—who just happens to...

After her Christmas cookie disaster, Ma Tutt needs a break! Why not relax on a Hawaiian cruise? Added fun: a baking competition hosted by celebrity chefs. Fame and fortune await the winner, but contestants are dropping like flies. Luckily, Ma’s mysterious tabby Mack can help solve the mystery. Or is he to blame? Will Dolly Tutt’s special spices work their magic or lead to calamity? Find out in Mack the Magical Cat Mystery Book 4, a stand-alone cozy.

Every baker has their weak spot. For Poppy, it’s bread. So, when The Great British Baking Contest hits bread week, she’s as fragile as an overbaked croissant. Just when she needs to keep all her focus on flour, water, yeast, and salt, another ingredient enters the mix. Death. Someone is not who they appear to be, and secrets from the past are bringing deadly consequences to the present.

In Charleton, the local bakeries are in fierce competition—but when a shipment of croissants vanishes, the town’s culinary scene is thrown into chaos. What begins as a simple delivery mishap soon spirals into something far more sinister when a prominent bakery owner is found dead in his shop. Vivi, the town’s favorite patisserie owner, finds herself drawn into the mystery as rumors of an underground bakery war begin to surface. Was the missing shipment part of a larger scheme? Or was it a warning in a cutthroat battle for dominance in the baking world? As tensions rise and rivalries ...

In the picturesque coastal town of Harbor Cove, renowned food critic Victor Sinclair's visit turns sour when he falls ill after dining at local eateries. He accuses one of the beloved chefs of poisoning him. Emma Turner, the talented pastry chef and owner of "Sweet Escapes" bakery, is convinced there's a mystery to be unraveled. Emma, known for her delectable pastries and desserts, steps into the role of amateur sleuth once again. With Harbor Cove's close-knit community at the heart of the story, she begins her investigation, juggling her passion for baking with a keen eye for culinary ...

In the charming coastal town of Harbor Cove, renowned for its picturesque beaches and vibrant culinary scene, excitement buzzes in the air as celebrity chef Gordon Masters announces plans to open a new restaurant. Amidst this whirlwind, Emma Turner, owner of the beloved bakery "Sweet Escapes," finds herself in the heart of a baking competition designed to showcase local talents against the culinary prowess of Chef Masters. However, as Emma prepares to prove her baking skills, a series of mysterious incidents begin to unfold. These sinister events threaten not only her chances in the ...

When a renowned food critic drops dead after sampling the exquisite pastries of a famed Parisian patisserie, an elegant event turns into a murder scene, and the world of haute cuisine is thrown into chaos. Vivi Laurent, a talented baker from the quiet town of Charleton with a knack for solving mysteries, is invited to the prestigious patisserie competition in the heart of Paris. Excited to explore the city’s legendary culinary scene, her plans are derailed when Jacques Delacroix, a notoriously harsh food critic, dies under suspicious circumstances after sampling one of the competition’s...

Francis Desmarais, a spirited baker with a passion for tradition, finds her world turned upside down when a Christmas parade ends in tragedy. The mysterious murder of Eleanor Wells, a cherished local and friend to Francis, unveils a labyrinth of long-buried secrets, simmering feuds, and a hidden heirloom with the power to change everything. Francis must whisk together her love for baking and her knack for sleuthing as she delves into the past, unearthing stories of forbidden love, familial strife, and ancestral ties that bind and break. With the townspeople eyeing her every move and the ...

British amateur bakers must turn out the perfect scone in this week’s filming of The Great British Baking Contest. But fledgling witch Poppy is losing her concentration as she gets closer to discovering more of her own history at Broomewode Hall, a postcard-pretty manor house in Somerset, England. However, someone is warning her to leave as she’s in danger. Can she keep her cool while solving mysteries, working on her witch skills, and still turn out a decent scone?

In this captivating cookbook with colorful pictures, we invite you to explore 142 iconic recipes from the nine regions of the Aegean Sea in Greece that encapsulate the essence of Greek cuisine. Spanning from the vibrant region of Thessaloniki to the sun-kissed shores of Crete, delve into the heart of Greece's culinary heritage. Prepare to be transported to the bustling tavernas that line the cobblestone streets, where the air is filled with the irresistible aroma of sizzling souvlaki and fresh seafood. From the shores of the Aegean Sea to the mountainous landscapes of Macedonia, each region...

With plans for a new performing arts center at Wynter Castle taking up all her time, baker Merry Wynter has been all but unaware of the fringe group compound near her small town - until a street preacher accosts her with taunts of doom and damnation. Worried that some of her close friends may have been lured in by the group and its charismatic leader, Merry begins digging into the ministry - and soon suspects they may have ties to the recent death of a young woman and the disappearance of many others.

When the town playboy Robert Knox is killed, Shepherd Fall’s baker Janelle becomes the prime suspect. After all, she was the last one to see him alive, and was linked to him romantically. But Jean knows there’s no way someone as sweet as Janelle could be a killer! Diving head first into Rob’s life creates ripples in the town, and Jean quickly learns he was the cause of many secrets. A dentist and his pregnant wife, a waitress, and a reporter all seem to be a part of the web Rob found himself caught in. As things become more dangerous, Jean realizes that she’s caught in the web too, ...

Unlock the Joy of Pistachios with Foolproof Recipes! Step into Pistachio Perfection: A Culinary Love Affair with the Green Gem and let the emerald nut work its magic in your kitchen. More than a cookbook, this is a heartfelt celebration of pistachios—those buttery, vibrant gems that have charmed their way from ancient Persian feasts to today’s trendiest plates. Maggie Harper, your guide and fellow pistachio enthusiast, weaves irresistible recipes with stories that feel like cracking shells around a cozy table, each one brimming with warmth and discovery. Every recipe in Pistachio ...

THE FIRST BOOK IN THE EXCITING NEW BELINDA LUPER MURDER MYSTERY SERIES. SECOND BOOK - MURDER AT THE SHOPPING CHANNEL - NOW AVAILABLE! Belinda Luper certainly has a lot on her plate... If it wasn't enough that the former winner of TV's biggest baking competition has been asked to take over as the co-judge and presenter on the new series, she is also struggling to get her new patisserie and tea room ready to open by the autumn. Realising she needs help, Belinda hires talented pastry chef Gabrielle Hugel to assist her in the kitchen. The two of them soon get to work, sharing recipes and baking...

### Culinary Creations Ignite Your Child's Passion for Cooking and Baking! Discover the joys of cooking and baking with your little ones through "Culinary Creations". This engaging eBook is meticulously designed to transform your kitchen into a wonderland of culinary adventures. Perfect for families, this guide turns the act of meal preparation into an interactive and enjoyable experience, where children learn the art of cooking while having fun. **Embark on a Culinary Journey Together** "Culinary Creations" kicks off with an introduction to the myriad benefits of cooking and baking with ...

I can remember a time when I baked for fun. I loved dreaming up new recipes, trying different combinations of flavors. Sharing my creations with friends and family. Now? I have nightmares where the TV cameras are on me and I’m baking naked. Or I open my oven and my cake pans are empty. You don’t need to be Freud to figure out I’m freaking out. This week on The Great British Baking Contest could be my last. I am one bad bake away from being waved good-bye.

In this captivating cookbook with colorful pictures, we invite you to explore 102 iconic recipes from the regions of Italy's Mediterranean coast that encapsulate the essence of Italian cuisine. From the sun-kissed shores of Sicily to the rolling hills of Lazio, immerse yourself in the rich flavors and diverse culinary traditions that define Italian cuisine. Featuring a collection of 102 iconic recipes meticulously curated from every corner of the Italian regions, this cookbook is your passport to mastering the art of Italian cooking. With stunning photos and step-by-step instructions, ...

"They're cute. They're sweet. They're out for blood. You'll never look at your cookie jar the same way again. The GingerDead Men – Paranormal Cozy Mystery to take a bite out of you!" In the quaint town of Sweetville, local baker Martha Sugarspoon discovers an antique oven at an estate sale. Thrilled with her find, she brings it to her bakery, unaware of its sinister history. As Christmas approaches, Martha bakes a batch of gingerbread cookies in the cursed oven, inadvertently awakening an ancient evil. The cookies come to life, their innocent smiles hiding razor-sharp teeth and an ...

In the world of artisanal baking, secrets can be deadly. Vivienne "Vivi" Patisserie has always admired Jean-Luc’s world-famous baguettes. But when his prized recipe is stolen days before the prestigious Artisan Bread Festival, Charleton’s small town is shaken—and then shattered by a brutal murder. Jean-Luc’s body is found in his bakery, and the race to unmask his killer begins. As rivalries rise and long-buried secrets are unearthed, Vivi must slice through layers of deceit to uncover the truth. Was it the work of a jealous competitor, or was Jean-Luc’s hidden past more dangerous ...