The Artisanal Kitchen: Party Cakes: 36 Decadent Creations for Festive Occasions

The Artisanal Kitchen: Party Cakes by Alice Medrich is an elegant, technique-driven collection of celebration-worthy desserts from a James Beard Award–winning pastry authority. Adapted from her larger body of work, this compact volume distills Medrich’s signature precision and flavor-first philosophy into 36 refined cake recipes designed for special occasions. From classic European tortes to elevated takes on familiar favorites, the book offers clear guidance and sophisticated results—making it a beautifully curated resource for bakers seeking both mastery and occasion-ready showstoppers.