Joï: Baking and Photographing Northern European Pastry (Joanna Struiksma-Facey, Cyntia Apps)

“It’s no coincidence that Northern Europeans are some of the happiest people on earth. – They know how to take a break and enjoy a sweet treat.”

Self-taught baker Joanna Struiksma-Facey and photographer Cyntia Apps take us on a sensory journey through the world of pastry and confections from the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Germany and Britain; sharing personal anecdotes and drool-worthy photos.

Enthusiastic home-bakers eager to try their hand at some original recipes will enjoy preparing unpretentious, single-serving treats like cardamom buns, Bakewell tartlets, marzipan cookies, sour cherry pies, and more. Detailed instructions, troubleshooting tips and interactive resources make the recipes in this book accessible, including the more ambitious bakes.

Spread the joy by sharing your handiwork with friends and family; if not in-person, then through gorgeous photos you can achieve using Cyntia’s photography tips.