A practical guide for food arrangement and decoration with the focus on simple tricks. Features tried & true techniques that have been developed by professionals. Precise step-by-step instructions accompany more than 100 photos Think quick and easy: these amazing garnishing ideas don't involve time-consuming carving. The focus instead is on simple tricks for food design that home cooks can achieve. There's a heaping helping of guidance and information, including tips and shortcuts that even professional chefs use. From roses of smoked salmon to chocolate leaves on a cake, the food looks as mouthwatering as it tastes.

About the Author

Mickey Baskett has been working as a designer, writer and editor for 30 years. She is the author of numerous craft titles. For fun she takes cooking classes from professional chefs, travelling as far as Italy for that pleasure. One of the pleasures she derives from travelling is visiting food markets, kitchenware stores, and finding unique restaurants.