Japan - Shokupan
I'm totally obsessed with this bread! Shokupan (otherwise known as Japanese Milk Bread) is the loaf of my dreams. Ultra thin, soft crust with a springy moist crumb. Just perfect. Let me know if you give this one a go
Turkey - Baklava
I decided to go the full hog and make Filo Pastry for these crisp, sweet & indulgent Pistachio Baklava. Not for the faint-hearted, you'll be hand rolling 28 large sheets of Filo for this. I love to put a film on to keep me company while I get going.
Ireland - Soda Bread
For those of you who have never encountered Soda Bread, it is a hearty dense 'quick bread' made without yeast. Instead, it uses Bicarbonate of Soda as a raising agent. It has quite a dense texture but is great if you want something fresh and quick.
South Africa - Melktert
My boyfriend is one happy South African after I finally made him a Melktert! Crisp buttery pastry filled with a soft set vanilla custard. Set just enough to hold its shape but soft and creamy with every bite.
Australia - Lamingtons
I've never had a proper Lamington so I hope I got them right. I decided to add a raspberry centre for more flavour and just to make it a bit more interesting to make. I did not enjoy dipping these at all, just be ready to have some patience
France - Croissants
Buttery, flaky & crisp all at the same time. Croissants may be the best pastry out there.