Somehow I think that whoever did the translation thought that perhaps we don't have those here and so they substituted maraschino cherries - absolutely NOT the same thing - as I've found that same substitution in another recipe or two that should contain candied cherries. Mary Berry’s Baking Bible has been thrilling home bakers with delectable, no-fuss, trustworthy recipes for more than a decade. This is a beautifully produced book; heavy, thick, well made, with gorgeous photos and organized instructions. She then moved to France at the age of 21 to study at Le Cordon Bleu school, before working in a number of cooking-related jobs.

To put it in Bake Off terms, many of the recipes tend toward Show Stoppers, with a number also presenting a Technical Challenge. It feels like I’ve baked lots of recipes from Mary Berry’s Baking Bible however when I looked at the list of contents I realised how many more I still have to do (list of recipes in the book below with the recipes I’ve tried highlighted in bold).A super simple and adaptable recipe that is ideal for birthday parties, these iced fairy cakes will always be a cute addition to the table.

Perfect for: Fans of the original will find plenty of inspiration in this new and improved book, and newcomers will have everything they need to embark on their baking journey. This republication of one of her classic cookbooks incorporates American measures and includes recommendations for swaps for British ingredients, such as light corn syrup for golden syrup. Whether you're looking for some textbooks for university, the latest biography or a travel guide - you'll find what you need in our categories.Great guide to so many of the "technical challenges" that Mary Berry has her contestants do on the Great British Baking Show.