Chocolate: From Simple Cookies to Extravagant Showstoppers

The simplicity of title belies the comprehensiveness of the text of this cookbook, which sets the standard for other cookbooks dwelling on everyone's favorite dessert, chocolate. Malgieri's reputation as a teacher is reflected in the completeness of the recipes' instructions. He also gives serving advice and guidelines on storage, although it is very hard to imagine the household that would allow any of these treats to go uneaten once they are fully ready.