This beautiful first edition hardcover is in immaculate, pristine condition. The dust jacket is unmarked, the first page shows a pen mark, and the book features white cloth binding with black lettering on the spine. The cookbook is renowned for its lavish photography, which earned it the 1999 James Beard Award for Best Food Photography. Each recipe is accompanied by detailed instructions and visual presentations, making it both a practical guide and a source of inspiration for dessert enthusiasts.