"Everything in generosity" is the motto of Zoe Nathan the big-hearted baker behind Santa Monica's favorite neighborhood bakery and breakfast spot Huckleberry Bakery & Café.

This irresistible cookbook collects more than 140 recipes and more than 140 color photographs including how-to sequences for mastering basics such as flaky dough and lining a cake pan. Huckleberry's recipes span from sweet (rustic cakes muffins and scones) to savory (hot cereals biscuits and quiche). True to the healthful spirit of Los Angeles these recipes feature whole-grain flours sesame and flax seeds fresh fruits and vegetables natural sugars and gluten-free and vegan options—and they always lead with deliciousness.

For bakers and all-day brunchers Huckleberry will become the cookbook to reach for whenever the craving for big flavor strikes.