James Beard Book Awards 2026: Baking and Desserts
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Winner
The winner of this category.
- Winner · 2026
Baking and the Meaning of Life: How to Find Joy in 100 Recipes
Award wording: WinnerSupporting source: The 2026 James Beard Media Award Winners | James Beard Foundation
Other recognized books
- Nominee · 2026
Dobre Dobre: Baking from Poland and Beyond
Award wording: NomineeSupporting source: The 2026 James Beard Media Award Nominees
- Nominee · 2026
Mali Bakes: Make and decorate the retro cakes of your dreams
Award wording: NomineeSupporting source: The 2026 James Beard Media Award Nominees