This exquisite gem is a must for every macaron aficionado's bookshelf. Packaged like a box of Laduree's famous macarons, luxury and elegance oozes from the moment you open the pastel green box. Colour and texture is a common theme with Laduree's creations and they've not disappointed with the presentation of this book. Wrapped in delicate lavender coloured tissue paper and covered in pistachio green suede like material, it's a pleasure to behold - each page embossed with gold. I love the fact that Laduree's recipes are simple and elegant without being bombastic. If you follow the algorithms and apply a bit of common sense you can't go wrong.
I have noticed however, that although Laduree use the Italian Meringue methodology to make their macarons in store, they've actually included the French Meringue technique for home use. Nonetheless, I'll still give it a try. The book does say however, that for various reasons your macarons can crack - yep I've certainly dealt with this but thankfully, when it now happens I know exactly what I've done wrong.
Here are some snippets of this gorgeous book.
