If you've ever marveled at the artistry behind beautiful cakes, pastries, and pastries, the decadence is within reach with the guidance of Janani Elavazhagan. Janani is the baker, recipe developer, blogger, and immensely talented food photographer of the blog Skillet to Plate. Based in Portland, Oregon, Janani’s stunning photography accompanies her simple recipes, which have led to her first cookbook, The Effortless Baker: Your Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Decadent, Showstopping Sweets and Treats. The Effortless Baker blends the best of Indian and classic American desserts, making traditional Indian sweets more accessible by integrating simple baking techniques. In this episode, we chat about her love of fusion baking, how she hones her photography craft, and some of the beautiful recipes in her new book.  Learn more about Janani at https://www.skillettoplate.com Follow Janani on Instagram: @skillettoplate Podcast Show Notes: https://kitchenconfidante.com/the-effortless-baker-with-janani-elavazhagan