photographed recipes, Pierre Hermé Macaron is the definitive guide to macarons.

"The Picasso of Pastries, Chef Pierre Hermé combines flavors with an artistic flair. . . . A pastry legend long before he put his name on the top of a store marquee." --Wall Street Journal

The uncontested leader of French pastry chefs, Pierre Hermé has made the macaron one of the most coveted, sought-after desserts from Tokyo to Paris to New York. In this comprehensive look at the beloved pastry, the classics such as vanilla and chocolate are explored alongside Hermé's masterful inventions. Can you imagine making these yourself?

• Hazelnut oil and green asparagus macaron
• Mandarin olive oil macaron
• Mint and pea macaron
• Green tea, black sesame, and puffed rice macaron
• Strawberry and wasabi macaron
• Green apple and lovage macaron
• Espelette pepper/chili and lemon gelee macaron
• Pumpkin and corn macaron
• Fennel and lemon macaron
• Arugula, mint, green apple, and cucumber macaron
• And more!

His entirely original and inspired flavor combinations make it clear why Hermé's macarons are famous the world over. The genius pâtissier's best macaron recipes are revealed for the first time in a gorgeous volume that almost rivals the beauty of the exquisite creations featured within.

Beautiful enough to display on your coffee table, this is a cookbook to be used and used and used. Amazing for beginners, it's also a must for serious macaron bakers. Hermé includes a kitchen guide, step-by-steps recipes with lavish photography, and much more. If you want to take a step up to a new world of creativity and lusciousness, this is a book for you.

Includes a removable step-by-step guide to techniques used throughout the book.