Liz Ashworth is a Scottish food writer and food product developer, with a particular interest in using local products. The author of apioneering series of cookery books for beginners of all ages, she writes food columns in various publications, and coordinates the food programme in the annual Orkney International Science Festival. Her most recent book is Orkney Spirit: Food Journeys with Liz Ashworth.

Scottish baking is famous the world over. In this book, Liz Ashworth introduces a whole range of recipes arranged by theme - Bannocks, Breads and Scones; Biscuits; Tarts and Traybakes; and Cakes and Wee Fancies.