Gourmet garnishes : creative ways to dress up your food

A practical guide for food arrangement and decoration with the focus on simple tricks. Features tried & true techniques that have been developed by professionals. Precise step-by-step instructions accompany more than 100 photos Think quick and easy: these amazing garnishing ideas don't involve time-consuming carving.

The focus instead is on simple tricks for food design that home cooks can achieve.

There's a heaping helping of guidance and information, including tips and shortcuts that even professional chefs use.

From roses of smoked salmon to chocolate leaves on a cake, the food looks as mouthwatering as it tastes.