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Some pastry careers follow a straight line. Chef Romina Peixoto's took her from Buenos Aires to some of the most storied pastry kitchens in America — and now to a historic Midtown Manhattan hotel, where she's c...
Not every great dessert starts with an ingredient or a flavor pairing — sometimes it starts with a guest list. That's the case for Chef JiYoung Kim, Executive Pastry Chef at the Harvard Club of New York City, w...
Ask any pastry chef what breaks first during a busy dessert service, and chocolate mousse comes up more often than you'd expect.
In modern pastry, the most memorable desserts are the ones that turn familiar flavors into something unexpected. Chef Anastasia Kogan, Pastry Chef at Épicerie Boulud in New York City, does exactly that with her...
Chocolate has long been celebrated in pastry and confectionery, but its potential in savory cuisine is equally compelling. Chef Daniel Drexler, Executive Chef and Wine Advisor at Gastronome Catering NYC, showca...
Creating a memorable mignardise program isn't easy. Pastry teams are under constant pressure to deliver something that feels distinctive, aligns with the restaurant's culinary identity, and can be executed cons...
In modern pastry, the most memorable desserts are often the ones that honor tradition while offering a fresh point of view. Chef Rebecca Baudry, Executive Pastry Chef of Cuisine Boulud in New York City, does ex...
In the world of modern pastry, few desserts truly balance technical precision with a sense of play. Chef Lindsey Davis, Executive Pastry Chef at the Michelin-starred Lazy Betty in Atlanta, achieves exactly that...
In professional chocolate work, consistency isn’t optional. Whether you’re producing for retail, banquet service, or plated desserts, every truffle must deliver the same texture, structure, and visual appeal.
Chef Christy Stewart-Jenkins, Executive Pastry Chef at L’Artusi, b’artusi, L’Artusi Supper Club, and Via Porta, is known for her ability to transform classic desserts into refined, modern experiences. In this r...