Macarons: Authentic French Cookie Recipes from the Macaron Café

Learn to make pastry chef Cecile Cannone's delectable macarons that Zagat says, "rival those in Paris," and the New York Times calls, "feather-light, at once crunchy and chewy, and distinguished by rich buttercream filling."Cuter than a cupcake and more delicious, the adorable macaron is très en vogue. Now you can make these crowd-pleasing cookies at home! Packed with helpful and inspiring color photos, this book offers everything you need to bake stunning macarons, including:

• Step-by-step instructions for baking perfect shells
• Simple tricks for making smooth, melt-in-your-mouth fillings
• Decorating tips for dazzling, artistic cookies
• Delectable flavors, from chocolate and espresso to lemon and pistachio