A delicious and imaginative collection of bread recipes from around the world. Chef Paul Gaylor serves up more than 30 recipes representing the world's favorite breads, from Hot Tea Cakes with Butter to Pita with Hummus, Ciabatta with Olive Oil and Tomato to Classic Cornbread. There are also recipes for herb and savory breads, including Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Batarde and Greek Stuffed Rolls, as well as sweet breads, such as Saffron Brioche and Stollen. Throughout, the author thoroughly explains all the techniques of bread-making, from creating starter dough to proving and shaping the loaf.