Karpatka is a cake that hardly needs an introduction. Even though it has been popular for years, it can still surprise you ...

Karpatka is one of those cakes that hardly need an introduction. Though immensely popular for years, it can still surprise ...

Classic cream puffs with vanilla custard filling ... says Michelle Ko of Pâte à Choux in San Bruno. Photo courtesy of Michelle Ko. When the pastry is ready for the oven, the bake time is ...

Choux buns make wonderful party canapés and you won’t be disappointed by this recipe. Vary it by using a different type of cheese or nut for the filling ... Pipe the pastry into small circles ...

Choux pastry, the base of pastries such as profiteroles ... Later this is where you can pipe in the filling.

Equipment and preparation: You will need a plain-nozzle piping bag. To make the choux pastry, bring the water to the boil in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add the butter to the water to melt. Sieve ...