An illuminating guide to a career as a baker, written by acclaimed
journalist Glynnis MacNicol and based on the real-life experiences of an
expert in the field--essential reading for someone considering a path to
this challenging, yet rewarding profession.
Go behind the scenes and be mentored by the best to find out what it's
really like, and what it really takes, to become a baker.
Esteemed journalist Glynnis MacNicol takes readers to the front counters
of bakeries and cafes to offer a candid portrait of modern baking.
MacNicol shadows Mary Louise Clemens, the owner and head baker of
Ladybird Bakery in Brooklyn, to reveal how bakers work and how they
stand out in a neighborhood, community, and city. In Becoming a Baker,
MacNicol reveals the path to becoming a baker, from education to the
creation of new recipes, from negotiating with suppliers to the
possibility of opening a small business.
Prepare the legendary "Brooklyn Blackout" cupcakes in Ladybird's
kitchen, shape croissants at the beloved Sea Wolf Bakery in Seattle, and
learn why bakers think the Great British Bake-Off has captured our
collective imagination.
As the food industry changes to meet the 21st century, the role of a
baker is becoming more and more central to our lives. For those
passionate about nourishment, working with your hands, and the place of
locally-owned businesses in communities, this is the most valuable
informational interview you'll ever have--required reading for anyone
considering this career.
