Sceal

An exceptional book from the husband and wife team behind Sceal bakery in Greystones. From their humble beginnings in the the market in Fumbally Stables to their incredibly busy bakery and cafe in Greystones, where the ques are regularly over an hour long, Charlotte Leonard-Kane and Shane Palmer have consistently been at the forefront of the artisan baking revolution in Ireland. Looking through this book it's easy to see why. Their passion and enthusiasm for what they do is evident on every page. 

Every bite from their menu reflects the essence of Ireland, and the emphasis is always on seasonal, local produce. With the pages you'll find recipes that celebrate the fruits of Irish summer in the Poached Rhubarb and Sweet Woodruff Danish, Blood Orange Rum Baba with Mascarpone and Strawberries and Cream Maritozzi. There's traditional recipes including Granny’s Brown Bread, Apple Crumble Tart and the Classic Chocolate Chip and Sea Salt Cookie and master occasion bakes, such as Hot Cross Buns, Christmas Pudding and Pecan Pie - meaning it's a book you'll come back to again and again. 

There really is something for everyone, from seasoned bakers who can learn to hand-laminated croissant dough, to complete novices who can start with the fundamentals like shortbread, shortcrust pastry, jam, cookie dough, crème anglaise and crème pâtissière, before they attempt the more advanced options, and of course there is loads about bread including how to maintaining a sourdough starter and baking sourdough at home.

Featuring stunning location photography and breakout stories on local food suppliers, SCÉAL is a cookbook that pays homage to the rich tapestry of Irish produce and the close relationship the bakery has with their community of farmers, producers and customers who share their passion for exceptional ingredients and great bakes.

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Who wrote it?
Charlotte Leonard-Kane and Shane Palmer

How does it come?
Hardback. 224 pages. 25.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 18 cm