--- product_id: 3523899 title: "Savory Baking from the Mediterranean: Focaccias, Flatbreads, Rusks, Tarts, and Other Breads" brand: "anissa helou" price: "S$108" currency: SGD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/3523899-savory-baking-from-the-mediterranean-focaccias-flatbreads-rusks-tarts-other store_origin: SG region: Singapore --- # Savory Baking from the Mediterranean: Focaccias, Flatbreads, Rusks, Tarts, and Other Breads **Brand:** anissa helou **Price:** S$108 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Savory Baking from the Mediterranean: Focaccias, Flatbreads, Rusks, Tarts, and Other Breads by anissa helou - **How much does it cost?** S$108 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/3523899-savory-baking-from-the-mediterranean-focaccias-flatbreads-rusks-tarts-other) ## Best For - anissa helou enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted anissa helou brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Savory Baking from the Mediterranean: Focaccias, Flatbreads, Rusks, Tarts, and Other Breads ## Images ![Savory Baking from the Mediterranean: Focaccias, Flatbreads, Rusks, Tarts, and Other Breads - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61HJupYFepL.jpg) ![Savory Baking from the Mediterranean: Focaccias, Flatbreads, Rusks, Tarts, and Other Breads - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41FizWUBNAL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good, though not what I expected *by M***N on Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2007* I'll be honest - I bought this book having never seen it, thinking it would be a book specifically about flatbreads and other specialty breads from the Mediterranean. I am interested in expanding my horizons into flatbreads and eastern breads, so this book looked like a good possibility in that regard. It does cover these, but it's not specifically about flatbreads.Many tomes on bread emphasize travels and personal anecdotes. This is not the case with this book. There is a brief (14 pages) intro at the beginning that has some personal insights and thoughts, but that's almost all there is for personal reflections - immediately after the introduction, it plunges in to the formulas.Each recipe has a description, but these descriptions tend to be brief and specific. There are occasional personal notes attached at these points, but the author does not consume a lot of effort in these write-ups. Instead, she gives a short bit of background or history regarding each formula before giving the formula itself.There are some top-notch recipes in this book! I did get what I wanted in terms of flatbreads - there are mutiple recipes for focaccia, and all of them are very different in terms of the final result. Emphasis is on authenticity, and with each region there is a different "standard" - the author does a splendid job of pointing out the differences.Where I am in uncharted waters, though, involves some of the recipes included that use meats and fish. The book includes several recipes that call for anchovies - I likely will never try those, simply because I prefer anchovies on the side. Regardless, some breads are an entire meal unto themselves, and this is in line with the traditions of the region.Also included are multiple recipes for savory pies, containing vegetables and/or meats. This thought had not crossed my mind in terms of bread baking, and it has given me a new area to explore.On a more abstract level, the writing style is approachable and clear. The page layout is also pleasant on the eyes. There are a few pictures contained within but they are black-and--white and do not dominate.I was shopping for a specialty book on regional breads - just breads. What I got was an abstract geography lesson with some wonderful new ideas. Had I known that this book was a little more than just a bread book I am not so sure I would have purchased it, but I am very pleased with it regardless. If you're looking for a good introduction to Mediterranean breads that go beyond flatbreads, this is a good book worth your consideration. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Interesting, but not enough for me to go through the trouble of using the recipes *by W***S on Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2014* I like this book, interesting, but don't use it, partly because the spices in a lot of the more interesting recipes are too hard to get and the recipes are not interesting enough to go to great lengths to get them. A lot of it is street food from the middle East. if you want to try exotic forms of things like pizza, that you might not think of as pizza, or pine for Syrian street food buy this book ### ⭐⭐ Not on the Short List of Baking Books *by C***Y on Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2008* Admittedly a book about flatbreads but not what I had hoped it would be. Recipes seem straightforward but not the most appetizing fare I could imagine, i.e., I would not use any of the recipes if I were preparing a meal for guests. It might be fun to play around with and experiment with some of the recipes but I can't imagine actually wanting to spend the time and effort making these breads. At best, it will fill a little-used niche in my collection of bread books. I can't recommend it for more than an esoteric group of bread bakers. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sg/products/3523899-savory-baking-from-the-mediterranean-focaccias-flatbreads-rusks-tarts-other](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/3523899-savory-baking-from-the-mediterranean-focaccias-flatbreads-rusks-tarts-other) --- *Product available on Desertcart Singapore* *Store origin: SG* *Last updated: 2026-10-03*