This book is an invitation to understand creativity as participation in the greater act of creation. Inspired by nine “Gifts of Nature,” Pastrychef Josia Reichen unfolds a world of 28 extraordinary creations: reinterpretations of classic desserts and drinks alongside entirely new compositions – meticulously crafted architectures of flavour.

Drawing on more than twenty years of experience in bakeries, pâtisseries and hotel kitchens, the author combines artisanal precision with artistic ambition. His creations are the result of a passionate process of composing, refining, discarding and perfecting in both flavour and form.

Beat Bieri’s striking macro photography reveals each creation in all its aesthetic detail, bringing into view what might otherwise remain hidden. Complemented by precise recipes and accompanying video tutorials, the result is a work that brings together indulgence, craftsmanship and inspiration.

“CREATION” is a tribute to the beauty and ingenuity revealed in those endless forms, most beautiful, found throughout creation — and to humankind as a creative counterpart within it: created by the Creator and, in turn, endowed with the gift to create.