I'm an experienced baker who loves to try new recipes, especially from icons like Julia Child. Inspired by the Amazon show "Julia," I attempted to make a Bûche de Noël for a work holiday party. Even ...

For Paul and Marcia Masse, Christmas began in July. That's when their busy Berkeley bakery, Masse's, received its first call about a buche de Noel. Never mind that Christmas was still months away, or ...

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat an 18- x 13-inch half sheet pan with cooking spray, and line with parchment paper. Lightly coat parchment with cooking spray. Set aside. Place egg yolks, vanilla, ...