THE HUMMINGBIRD BAKERY CAKE DAYS

by TAREK MALOUF and the Hummingbird Bakers

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New hardcover book, with over 100 delicious recipes and full-colour photography by Kate Whitaker. 256 pages, published 2011

whoopie pies ~ cupcakes ~ muffins ~ pies ~ brownies ~ cakes ~ cookies ~ cheesecakes

The Hummingbird Bakery has brought their mouth-watering yet easy-to-make cupcakes to kitchens everywhere and this time they show readers how to bake delicious cakes and other sweet delights for those days of the year that are just meant for indulgence - such as birthdays, Easter, Valentine′s and Christmas - as well as those times when you just deserve a little treat.

This beautifully designed, lavishly photographed book takes you through the year to offer simple baking recipes suited to your favourite seasonal events or celebrations, plus inspired recipes that will encourage you into the kitchen even if there is no special occasion!

The Hummingbird Bakery Cake Days not only includes the Hummingbird favourites that so many people have come to love, but many brand new ideas such as cocktail and fizzy pop cupcakes, flower-infused cupcakes and even coffee- and tea-flavoured cupcakes. Whether you fancy a classic Red Velvet, want to enjoy an Earl Grey cupcake with your cup of tea, or bake Lemonade cupcakes for a party, the Hummingbird Bakers will how you how easy it is to make fun and delicious cakes. In addition readers will find the Hummingbird′s new whoopie pies, easy tray bakes, classic layer cakes, fruit pies and plenty of scrumptious cookies.

With a photograph for every recipe, plus tips and friendly advice, The Hummingbird Bakery′s new cookbook is an essential and enjoyable addition to every kitchen.

Chapters include:

• Valentine's Day
• Spring Weekend Bakes
• Mother's and Father's Day
• Easter
• Summer Afternoon Tea
• Birthdays and Celebrations
• Rainy Day Treats
• Halloween and Bonfire Night
• Christmas
• plus baking essentials, decorating ideas & index

The Hummingbird Bakery Cake Days is a UK publication - all measurements are in metric.

About the Author

Tarek Malouf grew up in London and attended The American School in St John's Wood. It was there that he was introduced to, and grew to love, American desserts and cupcakes. After attending university in London and Los Angeles, he worked for ABC News (American Broadcasting) in their London bureau for several years. In 2002 he decided to leave journalism and started planning The Hummingbird Makery. The Bakery has branches in Portobello Road, Notting Hill and Old Brompton Road, South Kensington and Soho.

Tarek's first book, The Hummingbird Bakery Cookbook, is also available - click here for more information

The Hummingbird Bakery Cake Days by Tarek Malouf