The New Ballymaloe Bread Book
(Author) Darina AllenStart a breadmaking revolution right in your own home with the breadmaking experts at Ballymaloe. At Darina Allen's world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School, making the daily bread is a living tradition. Now Darina brings a new generation of home bakers on a journey to learn bread techniques, from simple yeast bread and speedy soda bread through to sourdough from scratch. The New Ballymaloe Bread Book will take the mystery out of breadmaking, passing on all the knowledge that you need to make superb loaves at home. An accessible and achievable collection of failsafe recipes for every kitchen.
Darina Allen
Darina Allen is an Irish chef, food writer, and television personality known for her work in promoting Irish cuisine. She is the founder of the Ballymaloe Cookery School in County Cork, Ireland, where she teaches traditional cooking techniques and advocates for using local, seasonal ingredients. Allen has written several cookbooks, including "Irish Traditional Cooking" and "Forgotten Skills of Cooking," which emphasize the importance of sustainable and ethical food practices. Her most famous work, "The Complete Book of Irish Country Cooking," has been acclaimed for its authentic and delicious recipes that showcase the rich culinary heritage of Ireland. Allen's contributions to literature have helped shape the landscape of modern Irish cooking and have inspired home cooks and professional chefs alike to embrace traditional Irish dishes and cooking methods.