A Passion For Baking
Ever since she was a child Jo Wheatley has loved baking, and as a wife and mother to three boys she’s spent the past 25 years perfecting her extraordinary skills.
In 2011 Jo entered BBC2’s Great British Bake Off and to her amazement (but no-one else’s) she won, delighting the judges with her raw talent, original ideas, and delicious recipes.
In A Passion For Baking Jo presents over 100 of her favourite recipes, from the family bakes she raised her children on, to the afternoon treats for friends, and the mouth-watering savoury tarts and pies baked in her very own Aga.
This is the ultimate collection for every baking buff and covers sweet, savoury, family and celebration recipes.
It includes new twists on British classics like the Victoria Sandwich Cake as well as original creations like the Boozy Essex Frangipane Tart.
Throughout the book Jo’s enthusiasm and love of baking shine through, demonstrating why she was catapulted from keen home grown baker to be crowned winner of the nation’s most watched baking competition.
Try making her blissful Sticky Toffee Pudding or heartwarming Cinnamon Swirl Loaf. Indulge yourself with Chocolate Mud Cake or mouthwatering Mini Pistachio Meringues. From the traditional to new versions of family favourites, Jo’s recipes will inspire you to fill your home with delicious, home-baked food, all year round.
Jo is married and has 3 sons. Her mantra in life if it doesn't work first time, try again until you get it right. Since winning the Great British Bake Off she has set up a small cookery school from her home in Essex.