Award-winning pastry chef Philip Khoury, renowned for his innovative approach to plant-based patisserie, will redefine the boundaries of baking with his highly anticipated new cookbook, “Beyond Baking: Plant-based Baking for a New Era.” Set for release in October 2025, this book promises to be a game-changer for seasoned bakers and curious home cooks alike.
Khoury gained international recognition during his six-year tenure as Head Pastry Chef at Harrods, and his debut book, “A New Way to Bake,” won the Best Debut Cookery Book at the 2024 Fortnum and Mason Food and Drink Awards. He commits to using accessible, natural, and minimally processed plant-based ingredients. “Beyond Baking” evolves his culinary philosophy, moving beyond mere substitutions. Khoury explores how far baking can go when flavor, process, and purpose guide him, rather than simply replicating traditional methods.
Khoury developed the recipes in “Beyond Baking” through years of meticulous experimentation. He rethinks the fundamental elements of baking – what provides structure, richness, lift, and tenderness – all without relying on eggs, dairy, or highly processed alternatives. Instead, Khoury leverages familiar, natural ingredients to achieve results that are not only delicious but also remarkably fresh and innovative.
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