Popular cookbooks from the past week

Saltie by Caroline Fidanza et al.. Chronicle Books (2012-10-10).

Saltie is an eatery in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, that was created and is run by three pioneers of the Brooklyn food scene. The shop boasts a devoted following of diners who love their magnificent san... more

150 Best Desserts in a Jar by Andrea Jourdan. Robert Rose (2013-02-21).

  The incredibly popular restaurant trend that is now a treat for home. 

  Whether it’s a beveled antique jar picked up at a flea market, or that classic Mason jar sav... more

The Williams-Sonoma Baking Book by Williams-Sonoma. Oxmoor House (2010-04-27).

Nothing evokes the comforts of home better than freshly baked treats straight from the oven. But too many home cooks believe they don’t have the time to bake except for the occasional special... more

LudoBites by Ludovic Lefebvre. Ecco (2012-10-09).

The cookbook chronicles of the visionary, charismatic chef Ludo Lefebvre and his cult hit pop-up restaurant, LudoBites, worshiped by critics and foodies alike.

Ludo Lefebvre is a culinary ... more

Pure Vanilla by Shauna Sever. Quirk Books (2012-10-02).

Who says vanilla isn’t sexy? Harvested from the pods of beautiful and exotic orchids, vanilla is a delicious flavor enjoyed by people all over the world. Pure Vanilla celebrates its unique taste ... more

Savory Pies by Greg Henry. Ulysses Press (2013-01-08).

MAKE IT AMAZING! MAKE IT PIE! Start with your favorite foods. Add zesty spices. Bake inside a buttery, flaky crust. Serve and enjoy your creative, delicious dish, including:• Tomato Caprese Tart•... more

Around My French Table by Dorie Greenspan. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (2010-10-08).

  When Julia Child told Dorie Greenspan, “You write recipes just the way I do,” she paid her the ultimate compliment. Julia’s praise was echoed by the New York Times and the Los Angele... more

Baking by Flavor by Lisa Yockelson. Wiley (2011-10-18).

Lisa Yockelson’s classic guide to baking—finally in paperback

Flavor is the essence of fine baking, the source of wonderful tastes and aromas that tempt the palate and delight the sen... more