This new book, illustrated with full color photographs, presents incredible garnishes, made from fruits and vegetables, for simple, elegant plate garnishes, stunning, unforgettable centerpieces, and wonderful ideas for simple decorating the plate. 128 full color pages give step-by-step instructions and show the finished projects. Fruit platters are also included. The contents of this book will include; Materials for Carving * Vegetable/Fruit Carving Tools * Sharpening Instructions *Carving Guides * Vegetables/Fruit Design Cutters * Double Happiness Templates *The Basics of Carving * Combination of Shapes and Strips * Floral Carvings * Scenes of Animals and Birds in Three Dimensions * The Basic Techniques of Fruit Garnshing and Carving. This is a new Garnishing Book for the Professional. - from Amzon