Pots de Crème: A Timeless Journey Through French Culinary History

By ChuckM

Pots de crème is a classic French dessert with a rich history dating back to the 17th century. According to The Oxford Companion to Sugar and Sweets, In France, a small porcelain dish of chocolate mousse is sometimes called a pot de crème, but that dessert is more accurately custard. The difference is that for…

Profile: Charles Mirarchi, Communications Director, Club Coupe du Monde Team USA

By ChuckM

Chuck Mirarchi is a versatile and accomplished Public Relations expert, whose career has seamlessly blended his passion for the culinary arts with strategic communications. As the current Communications Director for Club Coupe du Monde Team USA, Mirarchi has become an influential figure in promoting the U.S. World Pastry Cup Team on both national and international stages.

From Modest Origins to White House Pastry Chef and Club Coupe du Monde Team USA Founder: Remembering Chef Roland Mesnier

By ChuckM

Chef Roland Mesnier’s life was a journey of passion, perseverance, and pastry. His story, one that spans continents and decades, is filled with triumphs, laughter, and a deep commitment to his craft. As the White House executive pastry chef for 25 years and a mentor to countless aspiring chefs, Mesnier’s legacy is etched not only in the annals of American history but also in the hearts of those he inspired.

Profile: Chef Romain Cornu, Pastry Council Director, Club Coupe du Monde Team USA

By ChuckM

Born and raised in France, Romain Cornu’s journey into the world of pastry began in his father’s kitchen. The son of a pastry chef and restaurant owner, Chef Cornu was surrounded by the art of dessert creation from an early age. By the age of fifteen, he had already set his sights on a professional path in pastry, enrolling in Pastry School to specialize in chocolate, ice cream, and sugar arts.