by Jocelyn Santos, managing editor of Martha Stewart Living Radio
You know him from Everyday Food and Everyday Baking on PBS. You’ve seen him with Martha on The Martha Stewart Show on NBC. You’ve heard him on Martha Stewart Living Radio on Sirius 112 and XM 157. And NOW, you can bake like him using the formulas and recipes in his new book, The SoNo Baking Company Cookbook. He’s John Barricelli, a talented chef and baker, who’s been a member of our Martha Stewart Living family since 1998.
We’re all so proud of John, and his new book -- it has more than 130 sweet and savory recipes and dozens of photos. Plus, it’s filled with tips and lists for stocking your pantry, choosing the right tools, and making sure all your creations are baked to perfection -- bakers of all levels will find this book helpful and inspiring.
A few of us attended John’s first book signing at his Norwalk, Connecticut establishment, The SoNo Baking Company and Cafe. It’s among Martha’s favorite bakeries. The event was a lot of fun as you can see from the photos below.
1 A blow-up of the book cover.
2 Seared Scallops with Pea Purée on Crostini
3 John, busy signing and greeting guests.
4 Fresh cakes, tarts and pastries fill the glass case.
5 The delicious breakfast menu -- especially the stuffed French toast!
6 All these breads are magnificent.
7 Praline Pecan Squares
8 Sarah Bernhardt cookies -- how good does the chocolate ganache look?
9 Praline Pecan Squares
10 A wedding cake on display.
11 Triple Mousse Triangle Cakes
12 Everything is always fresh from the oven.
13 Crostini before being topped with seared scallops and pea puree.
14 John’s well-stored baking pans.
15 A tray of warm cookies.
16 John’s daughter, Nola, peruses the cookbook.
17 Mini Tomato Tarts with Fontina Cheese
18 Raspberry Jam Tarts
19 Tuna Tartare with Wasabi Mayonnaise on Homemade Potato Chips
20 Mini Lobster Rolls on Brioche Buns
21 Mini Opera Cakes
22 Brownie Bites and Mini Raspberry Fruit Tarts with Pistachios
23 John's signature reads, “Peace and Pastries, John Barricelli”
From: Beth | 5/27/10 at 3:09 pm
I'm a huge fan of Marthas and through her have been admiring John's work. I just recently purchased
his new book and look forward to making the pork empanadas and the tomato cobbler.
I'm excited to make the 2 hour trip to his
bakery this holiday weekend.