Essay: Life as a Competition Pastry Chef by 2015 Team Member Scott Green

By ChuckM

The Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, also known as the Pastry World Cup, is a prestigious international pastry competition that takes place in Lyon, France, every two years. In 2015, Chef Scott Green was a member of the U.S. team that competed in the event. He, along with his teammates Josh Johnson and John…

Pastry Cookbooks We Love – The French Edition

By ChuckM

Among our numerous obsessions, chocolate and sugar stand out as prominent examples. Additionally, we harbor a particular fascination with cookbooks. Cookbooks provide us with inspiration. They offer detailed step-by-step procedures, ingredient lists, cooking techniques, and often include tips, variations, and serving suggestions. They serve as valuable resources for home cooks, professional chefs, and anyone interested…

The Only Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe You’ll Ever Need!

By ChuckM

We are more than halfway through July and National Ice Cream Month. Earlier, we explored a concise overview of the history of ice cream. It remains uncertain as to when exactly and who precisely invented ice cream, and opinions on this matter differ. One perspective suggests that Marco Polo may have encountered it during his…

A Sweet Discovery: The History of Ice Cream

By ChuckM

July is a month packed with celebrations like Independence Day, Bastille Day, and National Milk Chocolate Day. But amidst all the festivities, there’s one celebration that has us jumping with joy throughout the entire month — National Ice Cream Month! As we celebrate National Ice Cream Month, let’s take a look at the history of…