This collection has been researched from the rich recipe bank of American dessert & cookie makers plus many other international cooks. Their influences are from all around Europe & these cooks are passionate about their creativity. Because they are so wonderful to eat Americans indulge too often as we know. But in moderation we can enjoy ourselves in these little treats with friends or make gifts of them that will be remembered forever. The secret of these pastry cooks isnt in fine cookery. It is in their imagination their style & the sheer luxury of their approach. If its worth doing at all then you do it most generously in America! This is a great little book to have when youre feeling down & want to throw together a little treat to make you happy again.