Author Talk: Christina Wood, Pastry Temple

We are excited to welcome Seattle's own Christina Wood to the shop on Tuesday, October 7th for an author talk, Q&A, and book signing to celebrate her debut book, Pastry Temple: A Pastry Cookbook for Croissant, Brioche, and Puff Pastry! Christina, chef/owner of the Central District's Temple Pastries, teaches home cooks to make out-of-this-world, showstopping, sweet and savory bakes by perfecting the Three Pillars of Pastry (brioche, puff pastry, and croissant) with the steady hand of a self-taught baker. Join the cult of the croissant! Christina will be in conversation with journalist and author Naomi Tomky, Seattle Met Food & Drink editor.

Reservations are non-refundable and include a signed copy of the $24.95 book. Applicable sales tax and a $0.75 transaction fee are also included. Can't attend but still want a signed book? Order here for shipping or in-store pickup.

About the book: In this pastry cookbook, you'll find 30+ innovative, sweet and savory recipes crafted by the highly sought-after bakery, Temple Pastries .

Master three foundational dough recipes: brioche, puff pastry, and croissant. Then build confidence with 30+ recipes that bring those bakes to life in all their mouthwatering glory. 

Author Christina Wood—self-taught home baker turned owner and benevolent leader of Temple Pastries—swoops in to demystify those intimidating, picture-perfect pastries that may have felt too challenging to attempt. Ideal for experienced home bakers, you'll find step by step guidance in clear, unambiguous language; detailed timelines for planning your day; and plenty of process shots to bestow necessary confidence.

Includes savory and not-too-sweet flavors such as:

• Chinese Five-Spice Kouign Amann
• Gochujang Babka
• Harissa-Sweet Potato Rosette Tart with Feta
• Cheesy Blistered Tomato Croissant

Sweet tooths are covered too!

• Poached Quince Tarte Tatin
• Creme Brulee Donut
• Sumac-Roasted Strawberry Cheesecake Croissant

We know you've already mastered cakes and cookies. Now take your skills to the next level with these three mouthwatering pillars of pastry!