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Du Jour

November 18, 2008 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 98 Comments


There was much excitement in the sugar household last night when we attended the book launch of “Du Jour” – a cookbook that features 17 of my recipes! I have been included in this lovely cookbook with some of Perth’s best chefs. I specialise in making cakes and other baked goods. Here are some of my favourite photos from the book…..





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  1. Dancin' Puffin says

    November 18, 2008 at 5:24 am

    Wow wow and wow!! You are so clever! Excitement is deserved. I’ve checked out book shops in the UK and I’m not sure we can get it here – will we be able to one day? x

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  2. Randi says

    November 18, 2008 at 6:40 am

    Congratulations! This looks like a wonderful book!

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  3. Linda says

    November 18, 2008 at 8:18 am

    Congratulations Lisa, this must be a dream come true for you.

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  4. Hannah says

    November 18, 2008 at 8:23 am

    Congratulations! Those looks yummy. What a great christmas gift.. for myself!

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  5. LollyChops says

    November 18, 2008 at 3:08 pm

    Way to go Lisa!!!!!

    Congrats! I’ll have to see if I can get this book for myself!

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  6. The Faerie Queen says

    November 18, 2008 at 4:38 pm

    Congratulations.

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  7. Kirsty says

    November 18, 2008 at 3:20 am

    How exciting! Congratulations.

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  8. Michelle says

    November 18, 2008 at 3:30 am

    wow how clever are you…in print AMAZING…
    i even recognized the lime cakes…
    the pictures look fantastic…
    i’m totally speechless…
    well except for OMGOSH…

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  9. Lisa Isaacs says

    November 18, 2008 at 3:32 am

    How wonderful! Congratulations! The photos look beautiful and the cakes spectacular! My kids would particulalrly love those last ones, but I have other favourites! When can we come over??

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  10. Tracy says

    November 18, 2008 at 3:41 am

    CONGRATULATIONS!! The books looks a treat…the cover alone is stunningly beautiful…and such fun to see your tasty recipes…mmm…So very HAPPY for you…well done…what a moment!! Celebrating with you and sending big ((HUGS))

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  11. joseekool says

    November 18, 2008 at 3:42 am

    well done, applause applause. they look scrumptious…..

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  12. CurlyPops says

    November 18, 2008 at 3:43 am

    Oh my goodness..how exciting! Is it in the bookshops yet?

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  13. BigCat says

    November 18, 2008 at 4:07 am

    Congratulations. That is such great news. I will look out for it on Eastern shores.

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  14. Tine says

    November 18, 2008 at 4:08 am

    Congratulations! That is so cool! I love that rose-cake 🙂 And what a wonderful idea for decorating cupcakes, they are so cute!

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  15. Fran says

    November 18, 2008 at 4:37 am

    Really brilliant, well done!

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  16. princess pudge says

    November 18, 2008 at 4:37 am

    O.M.G! i had no idea i was reading the blog yet another famous person! how thrilled you must be to be in print, well done to you!!!

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  17. mĂŠri says

    November 18, 2008 at 4:39 am

    Congratulations. Lisa!
    You got it!!! The expected book!It looks great! Congratulations, again and again, you must be very proud.

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  18. Janellybelly says

    November 18, 2008 at 4:43 am

    The book & the recipes look delicious, Congratulations Lisa

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  19. Annie says

    November 18, 2008 at 4:43 am

    Oh, Sugar, congratulations!!

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  20. Stephanie says

    November 18, 2008 at 5:25 am

    Congratulations! That is the most gorgeous cookbook cover I’ve seen and I love beautiful photos. Will it be available in the US?

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  21. Suzanne says

    November 18, 2008 at 5:49 am

    Oh congratulations and what a lovely book to be featured in.

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  22. Hoppo Bumpo says

    November 18, 2008 at 6:11 am

    Wow, it looks fabulous. Congratulations on such a fantastic achievement! I will be keeping my eye out in the bookstores over here.

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  23. QuiltedSimple says

    November 18, 2008 at 6:30 am

    Whooo hooo!! Congrats! And now I’m hungry for something sweet – but these look oh so yummy!
    Kris

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  24. jacquie says

    November 18, 2008 at 6:49 am

    congratulations! how exciting! the photographs are lovely. what a beautiful book.

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  25. Kristin says

    November 18, 2008 at 6:56 am

    What an accomplishment! Congrats!

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  26. DiddleDaddleDesigns says

    November 18, 2008 at 7:06 am

    congratulations. That is so exciting.
    Teresa

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  27. Christy says

    November 18, 2008 at 7:25 am

    Congratulations! Your are an amazing and talented baker (and crafter too)!!

    Beautiful book. Well done.

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  28. Tonya says

    November 18, 2008 at 7:30 am

    WOW Lisa! Congratulations, I am so impressed! You are famous now : D

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  29. Andi says

    November 18, 2008 at 11:47 am

    Congratulations. Looks delicious.
    Andi 🙂

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  30. Renee says

    November 18, 2008 at 12:55 pm

    that is so exciting! Congratulations!

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  31. Carrie P. says

    November 18, 2008 at 1:29 pm

    That’s awesome. Congrautlation!

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  32. Thimbleanna says

    November 18, 2008 at 1:44 pm

    Ooooh Congratulations! Are those the little custard cookies turned upside down with the cream on top? 😉

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  33. crafty things says

    November 18, 2008 at 1:46 pm

    Congratulations. What wonderful looking yummies!

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  34. Jodie says

    November 18, 2008 at 1:48 pm

    Congratulations!! That is fantastic – can’t wait to see a real-life copy!!!

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  35. Cathy says

    November 18, 2008 at 1:59 pm

    Congratulations Lisa! What a great achievement! The cover looks fantastic – and the styling inside looks brilliant – did you do the styling as well?
    Can’t wait to go and check it out!

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  36. sewkalico says

    November 18, 2008 at 2:23 pm

    Oh wonderful!! I am soooo proud of you 🙂
    ps I also have that rose cake mould (But then I would LOL)

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  37. Sandi says

    November 18, 2008 at 2:31 pm

    Congrats! What a gorgeous looking book. The photos look fantastic and the recipes mouthwatering – yum!

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  38. Christie says

    November 18, 2008 at 2:35 pm

    BIG congrats. how exciting!!!

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  39. Kate says

    November 18, 2008 at 3:15 pm

    Wow – that book looks amazing! Congratulations!

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  40. On my Verandah.. says

    November 18, 2008 at 3:16 pm

    “Congratulations” Lisa how Wonderful to see it in Writing…The Book looks Fabulous You must be Thrilled…
    cheers
    maree

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  41. Just like Martha says

    November 18, 2008 at 4:44 pm

    Congratulations you are very clever and the photos look great will keep an eye out for the book in bookshops…enjoy!

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  42. Bev C says

    November 18, 2008 at 5:07 pm

    How delicious your recipes look, congratulations hope you had lots of fun at your very own book launch.

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  43. picklesticks says

    November 18, 2008 at 5:41 pm

    Wow! The book (and yummy baked things) looks great.

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  44. Terriaw says

    November 18, 2008 at 5:46 pm

    Wow, congratulations! That looks like a beautiful book. Makes me want to go bake something now!

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  45. Jessica says

    November 18, 2008 at 5:50 pm

    How exciting it must be to see 17 of your recipes in print! Congrats!!!

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  46. Rachelmp says

    November 18, 2008 at 6:11 pm

    How wonderful Lisa! The book and your cakes look fantastic

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  47. Linda says

    November 18, 2008 at 7:07 pm

    how clever you are!! Congratulations it’s such a stunning looking book! well done you that’s amazing 🙂

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  48. melissa s. says

    November 18, 2008 at 7:52 pm

    it looks delicious! congrats! i’d love to check out the book!

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  49. our shabby cottage says

    November 18, 2008 at 10:08 pm

    WOW Lisa. It looks fabulous!! Congratulations to you and the family on this (I know they will have contributed in some way even if just taste testing!!!) the photos turned out beautifully and I’m sure this is just the start of things to come….
    Kathryn. XX

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  50. Jenny says

    November 19, 2008 at 12:06 am

    That is super duper and fabulous! Congratulations-it looks like a really special book. I would definitely like to buy a copy-will keep my eye open for it.

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  51. Sherrin says

    November 19, 2008 at 12:23 am

    congratulations!! :o) beautiful photos.

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  52. Natasha says

    November 19, 2008 at 12:46 am

    Congratulations on the book – very exciting. It all looks so yummy!

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  53. Soo says

    November 19, 2008 at 1:59 am

    oh congratulations…that is so exciting!it looks like a beautiful book with wonderful recipes.

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  54. Leni and Rose says

    November 19, 2008 at 3:10 am

    Oh wow, thats so exciting! Congratulations!

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  55. Erna says

    November 19, 2008 at 3:36 am

    it all loops soo delicious!!! congratutalions and well done!!!

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  56. Fiona @ Dragonfly-Crafts says

    November 19, 2008 at 8:05 pm

    OMG! My cooking never looks this delicious.

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  57. Simone de Klerk says

    November 19, 2008 at 4:14 am

    Wow(O: Congratulations!!! Love the pictures and the colors.

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  58. Knit and Sew City Girl says

    November 19, 2008 at 5:23 am

    Congratulations! Your cakes are amazing and the photos are great. I need to find out where I can get a copy in the UK.

    Mary

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  59. Suzie says

    November 19, 2008 at 5:35 am

    That is wonderful! Congratulations! Looking at the pictures makes me feel like baking! They sure look so delicious! Where can one buy the book?

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  60. Mama de Saga says

    November 19, 2008 at 6:26 am

    That is so excellent! Congrats! What a special day for your family.

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  61. Philigry says

    November 19, 2008 at 11:38 am

    so excited for you! cingrats! you are amazing!

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  62. two hippos says

    November 20, 2008 at 4:25 am

    Wow! SO exciting!

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  63. Wendy says

    November 19, 2008 at 12:28 pm

    So that explains all the baking around these parts…

    Congratulations!! Bravo.

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  64. periwinkle says

    November 19, 2008 at 2:17 pm

    congratulations – they all look yummy
    lisa x

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  65. LizzieJane says

    November 19, 2008 at 3:02 pm

    How exciting for you, congratulations, the book looks wonderful.
    x

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  66. lesley says

    November 19, 2008 at 3:43 pm

    Fantastic! Congratulations! How exciting is that!!!! They all look delicious. xx

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  67. handmaiden says

    November 19, 2008 at 5:24 pm

    How great to see it all together like this after yr hard work. U must be very excited. Congrats

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  68. A World in a PAN says

    November 20, 2008 at 1:55 am

    Congratulations!

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  69. amandajean says

    November 20, 2008 at 9:58 am

    congratulations! that’s a beautiful cook book!

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  70. Vickie says

    November 20, 2008 at 2:38 pm

    Great pictures! Congratulations on getting in the book!

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  71. Rosanne says

    November 20, 2008 at 8:44 pm

    Congratulations! Everything looks sooo good!

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  72. Jenny says

    November 21, 2008 at 3:08 am

    Congratulations!

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  73. Selina says

    November 21, 2008 at 11:58 am

    Wow you must be so proud – thats great! So exciting for you!

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  74. em's scrapbag says

    November 21, 2008 at 12:06 pm

    Congrats on your success. Those pictures made me hungry. Have a great weekend.

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  75. Alison Boon says

    November 21, 2008 at 2:26 pm

    Huge congratulations to you. The cakes look simply delicious.

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  76. Tiff says

    November 21, 2008 at 2:34 pm

    WOW Congratulations! That is so exciting.

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  77. Jacoline (Lien) says

    November 21, 2008 at 11:44 pm

    Congratulations, well done!!!

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  78. Peg - Happy In Quilting says

    November 22, 2008 at 11:36 pm

    Wow, how exciting, congratulations your should be most proud….I have made several of your recipes, I just love them…thankyou.

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  79. Rachel says

    November 23, 2008 at 5:28 pm

    This book looks AMAZING! I’m so happy for you!

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  80. Catherine says

    November 23, 2008 at 1:51 am

    Terrific…Congratulations Lisa…how exciting!! Cathy

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  81. Melanie Gray Augustin says

    November 23, 2008 at 4:50 am

    Congratulations! That is very exciting and the photos look great!

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  82. jillytacy says

    November 23, 2008 at 8:20 am

    Congratulations! How exciting!!!! You must be so proud! The book looks amazing. Now you know what to get everyone for Christmas…a new book featuring your recipes! Congratulations!!!

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  83. Cheryl says

    November 23, 2008 at 2:13 pm

    A big HIP HIP HORRAY for you. We are all so proud…now where can we buy this book???? Such wonderful news!!!

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  84. Kellie says

    November 23, 2008 at 2:31 pm

    How cool are you my famous friend!!! Well done Lisa! Here’s to many more!

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  85. Corrie says

    November 23, 2008 at 2:43 pm

    ohhh you lucky thing! how fabulous….what a great Christmas present idea…I’m going to have to order one for my sister as her hubby is from perth and she loves to cook and bake…perfect ! where can we buy it from ?

    Corrie:)

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  86. Rachael Rabbit says

    November 23, 2008 at 7:29 pm

    It looks absolutely divine inside and out – I hope you are super proud of yourself!

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  87. Cassie says

    November 24, 2008 at 2:17 pm

    Congrats!

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  88. Paper Dolls for Boys says

    November 24, 2008 at 6:20 pm

    Mazel Tov!!! Did you style those? They all look so amazing and yummy. You must feel so proud. 🙂 I particularly want to bit into that upside down cupcake top one. Too delicious.

    Way to go!!!!!!

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  89. Collins says

    November 25, 2008 at 12:27 pm

    Wow! Congratulations Lisa!!!

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  90. Suzie Sews says

    November 25, 2008 at 8:01 am

    congratulations how very exciting… it looks a beautiful book…

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  91. Kris says

    November 25, 2008 at 8:26 am

    How exciting is that! Well done Lisa! Love those photos too. I remember your excitement about the photo shoot – so nice to see the results!

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  92. Jelly Wares says

    November 25, 2008 at 7:33 pm

    Congratulations!!!! I bet there was loads of excitement in your household with this great news…. Can’t wait to see some copies of it floating around..

    Jodie 🙂

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  93. Julz says

    November 26, 2008 at 1:49 am

    Wahoo – the book is fantastic – congratulations, it will be a real buzz for you to see it on the shelves in the bookstores. Hugs Jx

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  94. JuliaB says

    November 26, 2008 at 12:40 pm

    Wow!! Congratulations!!!! The book looks FAB xx

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  95. Kylie says

    November 26, 2008 at 2:33 pm

    Congratulations – I will be keeping my eye out for this one. The photos look great

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  96. Ritch in Love says

    November 27, 2008 at 3:38 pm

    I must have one! Will I be able to purchase one in the states?

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  97. Chocolate Cat says

    November 27, 2008 at 8:04 pm

    What a beautiful looking cookbook! Think it may have to go on my christmas list, always room for another recipe book!! Congratulations, you must be thrilled with the finished book.

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  98. Sara's Sweet Surprise says

    December 8, 2008 at 3:08 pm

    Oh happy day! Congratulations! I’m always looking for new sweet treat recipes. Looks like I found the perfect source.
    Where can I purchase this book?
    Sweet Wishes,
    Sara

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