About the Author

Mary Banks is a native of Texas, and lived in Rome before working at the International Coffee Organization in London. She has been trained in all aspects of coffee processing, roasting, grinding, blending and brewing. Christine McFadden is a food writer and editor, contributing to many publications such as BBC Good Food, House and Garden and Healthy Eating. Catherine Atkinson works as a full-time writer and food consultant. Her published works include Pastry and Preserves (both Lorenz Books).