The Art of French Pastry

by Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer, Co-Founder of The French Pastry School

Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer’s new book, The Art of French Pastry, is now on sale! The book is a classic-in-the-making from the co-founder of The French Pastry School and star of the documentary, Kings of Pastry. Written in the same style in which Chef Jacquy teaches, The Art of French Pastry is laced with charming memories and anecdotes from a lifetime in pastry and filled with thorough, step-by-step instruction that will allow you create delicious French pastries at home. The beautifully-illustrated book contains 75 recipes in chapters that include:

A Life in Pastry
The Craft of French Pastry
Essentials
French Pastry Fundamentals
French Pastry Classics
Tarts
Cookies
Cake and Ice Cream
Sweet and Savory Alsatian Specialties
Fourishes: La Cerise Sur le Gâteau

Thank you to these sponsors who made The Art of French Pastry possible:

I LOVE the book! I was wrapping it as a present for my friend and sat down and read all the stories cover to cover: I was up until 6:00 am! It was well worth it: I laughed at the early mistakes and crashing the bicycle with the ice cream cake while checking out the beautiful girl. I love the hints and the explanations of why you do what you do; for example, scaling vs. measuring. I think every cook should own this book.

Carrie Nahabedian | NAHA Restaurant

Jacquy Pfeiffer has taught some of the world's best pastry chefs: Now anyone can learn how to bake like a pro with this terrific book. It's a great resource – and an even greater inspiration.

Barbara Fairchild | Writer, Editor, Educator

The Art of French Pastry" is a wonderful book, beautifully organized, systematically written, and well-illustrated. It puts even the most complicated confections within reach of the experienced (and not so experienced) home baker. My only real quibble with the book is the title. This book is not really about the art of pastry (although it is artful), it is about method, technique and experience or- more explicitly- the science of pastry. Jacquy Pfeiffer has truly mastered the art of teaching French pastry, and this book gives everyone the opportunity to be his student.

Barbara Revsine | ChicagoNow.com

Everyone will love this book because it’s more than just a pastry chef giving his recipes – it teaches you about different techniques and ingredients. I’ve always known that Jacquy Pfeiffer is an incredible teacher, and through this book you can learn so much from him. The Art of French Pastry is easy to follow and really a joy to go through and cook from.

François Payard | Pastry Chef/Owner, Payard Pâtisserie

Jacquy Pfeiffer is a master whose talent and artistry I respect. He has written a book that everyone can enjoy – classic French pastry techniques, presented with Jacquy’s twist.

Jacques Torres, M.O.F. | Pastry Chef/Owner, Jacques Torres Chocolate

The Art of French Pastry is a very personal collection of exceptional French pastry recipes collected over many years by Jacquy Pfeiffer, one of the most gifted and respected pastry teachers and chefs. This book is a distillation of all the experiences accumulated over a lifetime, and Jacquy guides the reader through every technical step, just as if he were standing beside you in his pastry school, making sure that you’re achieving a glorious result. The book is written in the language of memories and can affect your life wonderfully. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the art of French pastry.

Hubert Keller | Chef/Owner, Fleur de Lys, Fleur by Hubert Keller, and Burger Bar

Finally, a book that demystifies the secrets of classic French pastry! I am thrilled that Jacquy Pfeiffer has created this masterful, must-have book in which he shares his remarkable journey and recipes from apprentice to chef. Even the most skilled baker will be thrilled with these recipes that work like little miracles. This is a classic that everyone will use for years to come.

Sherry Yard | Author of The Secrets of Baking

The Art of French Pastry Book Tour!

Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer is coming to a city near you with The Art of French Pastry:

Past Tour Dates

Event Date	Event Location	Event
Tuesday, October 7, 2014	Bloomingdale Public Library 101 Fairfield Way Bloomingdale, IL 60108	7:00-9:00 PM: Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing Register here: http://www.mybpl.org/adultprograms For more information, please call (630) 924-2730 or email nkendzior@mybpl.org.
Thursday, August 14, 2014	The Arts Club of Chicago 201 E Ontario St. Chicago, IL 60611	11:00 AM - 1:30 PM: Private Luncheon, Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing
Thursday, July 31, 2014	Skokie Public Library Mary Radmacher Meeting Room 5215 Oakton St. Skokie, IL 60077	7:00-8:30 PM: Demo, Tasting, and Book Signing For more information, please call (847) 673-7774.
Monday, July 28, 2014	American Culinary Federation National Convention Kansas City Marriott Downtown W. 12th Street Kansas City, MO 64105	2:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Demo and Book Signing For event details, click here.
Saturday, July 19, 2014	Culinary Historians of Chicago Kendall College 900 N North Branch Street Chicago, IL 60642	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing Cost of the program is $5 ($3 for students). No charge for CHC members, Kendall students and faculty, and The French Pastry School students and faculty. For event details, click here.
Saturday, June 7, 2014	Printers Row Lit Fest Corner of S. Plymouth Court and W. Harrison St. Good Eating Stage	11:00 AM-11:30 AM: Demo and Book Signing For event details, click here.
Wednesday, June 4, 2014	Chef's Table Chase Bank's Urban Market 10 S Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60670	11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Demo and Book Signing https://www.facebook.com/UrbanMarketChicago https://twitter.com/UrbanMktChicago
Tuesday, June 3, 2014	Chez Moi 2100 N Halsted Street Chicago, IL 60614	6:30 PM: Book Signing, Reception, and Alsatian Dinner $55 (plus tax and gratuity) - For reservations, call 773-871-2100. Click here for details.
Sunday, June 1, 2014	Ivy Tech Community College 2820 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46208	1:00 PM to 3:00 PM: Demo, Tasting, and Book Signing For more information, please email cindy@circlecitysweets.com or call (317) 258-8646.
Saturday, May 31, 2014	Indy Reads Books 911 Massachusetts Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46202	5:00 PM: Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing For more information, please call (317) 384-1496 or visit indyreadsbooks.org
Saturday, May 31, 2014	City Market 222 E Market St. Indianapolis, IN 46204	11:00 AM-1:00 PM: Demo, Tasting, and Book Signing For more information, please email cindy@circlecitysweets.com or call (317) 258-8646.
Wednesday, April 30, 2014	College of DuPage The Culinary and Hospitality Center Amphitheater 425 Fawell Blvd Glen Ellyn, IL 60137	12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Demo and Book Signing No reservation required. Please call Chris Thielman at 630-942-2720 with any inquiries. http://codpastry.blogspot.com/
Monday, April 28, 2014	Beverly Wilshire Hotel 9500 Wilshire Boulevard Beverly Hills, CA 90212	2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Private Barry-Callebaut "Purity from Nature" Demo and Reception
Saturday, April 26, 2014	Surfas Culinary District 8777 W. Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232	11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Free Demo and Book Signing with Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer and Martha Rose Shulman For event details, click here.
Friday, April 25, 2014	New School of Cooking 8690 W Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232	7:00 PM: Demo and Book Signing $25 - For reservations, click here.
Tuesday, April 22, 2014	The French Pastry School 226 West Jackson Boulevard Chicago, Illinois 60606	April 22-24, 2014; 4:00pm - 9:00pm: The Art of French Pastry with Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer $525 - follow the link for more details
Thursday, April 10, 2014	The Art Institute of Atlanta 6600 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, N.E. 100 Embassy Row Atlanta, Georgia 30328	11:00 am-1:00 pm: Demo and Book Signing For more information, please contact Paul Bodrogi at chef@pastrylive.com.
Thursday, April 10, 2014	The Cook's Warehouse 1544 Piedmont Road, Suite 403-R Atlanta, GA 30324	6:30 - 9:00 PM: Demonstration, Tasting, and Book Signing $55 - Register here.
Wednesday, April 9, 2014	The International Sugar Art Collection by Nicholas Lodge 6060 Dawson Blvd., Suite F Norcross, GA 30093	7:00 - 9:00 PM: Demo and Book Signing $35 - Register here.
Wednesday, April 9, 2014	Williams-Sonoma 3393 Peachtree Road NE Atlanta, GA 30326	12:00 - 2:30 PM: Demo, Lecture, and Book Signing For more information, please call (404) 812-1703.
Thursday, April 3, 2014	Embassy of France 4101 Reservoir Road, NW Washington, D.C.	7:00 PM: Screening of "Kings of Pastry," Lecture, Book Signing, and Tasting. $15 - Register here.
Friday, March 14, 2014	Queen Anne Book Company 1811 Queen Anne Avenue North Seattle, Washington 98109	7:00-8:00 PM: Book Signing
Friday, March 14, 2014	South Seattle Community College 6000 16th Ave SW Seattle, WA 98106	7:00 AM-1:30 PM: Private Lecture and Book Signing
Wednesday, February 26, 2014	City Lit Books 2523 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647	5:30 - 7:00pm: Free Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing. For more information, please call (773) 235-2523.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014	Cook Memorial Public Library 701 Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills, IL 60061	7:00 pm: Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing.
Sunday, February 9, 2014	King Arthur Flour 62 Fogg Farm Rd, White River Junction, VT 05001	9:00 am - 1:00 pm: Hands-on Course. Visit King Arthur Flour's website for more information.
Saturday, February 8, 2014	King Arthur Flour 62 Fogg Farm Rd, White River Junction, VT 05001	3:00 - 5:00 pm: Demonstration. Visit King Arthur Flour's website for more information.
Monday, February 3, 2014	Maple Street Book Shop 7523 Maple Street, New Orleans, LA 70118	11:00 am Free Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing. For more information, please contact people@maplestreetbookshop.com
Sunday, February 2, 2014	Sucré: A Sweet Boutique, 3025 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70115	12:00 pm - 2:00 pm: Special Dessert Tasting, Lecture and Book Signing. Please contact the shop for more details.
Saturday, February 1, 2014	The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans 921 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70112	4:00 - 6:00 pm: Free Demo, Tasting, and Book Signing. For reservations, please contact Chef Thierry’s assistant at The Ritz-Carlton, Kali Youghn at kali.youghn@ritzcarlton.com.
Sunday, January 12, 2014	Carnevor Steakhouse Moderne 718 N Milwaukee St., Milwaukee, WI	Book Signing and Dinner. For reservations and more information call 414.223.2200.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013	Vernon Area Public Library 300 Olde Half Day Rd., Lincolnshire, IL 60069	1:00 pm: Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing
Thursday, December 12, 2013	Haven’s Kitchen 109 W 17th St., New York, New York 10011	7:00 pm: Student Demonstration and Book Signing
Wednesday, December 11, 2013	Union League Club of Chicago 65 W Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60606	5:30 pm: Authors Event: demo, tasting, book signing. For reservations, please call 847.446.8880 (Winnetka Bookstall). Price of the event is $45 and includes generous hors d'oeuvres service.
Monday, December 9, 2013	Books Inc. at the Marina 2251 Chestnut Street, San Francisco, CA 94123	7:00 pm: Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing. Visit Books Inc. for more details.
Saturday, December 7, 2013	Omnivore Books 3885a Cesar Chavez St., San Francisco, CA 94131	3:00 pm: Lecture, Tasting, and Book Signing. Contact omnivorebooks@comcast.net for more details.
Thursday, December 5, 2013	Milwaukee Area Technical College 700 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53233	10:00 am: Demonstration and Book Signing. Contact Chef Tom LaPierre at lapierrt@matc.edu for more information.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013	La Rêve Pâtisserie and Café 7610 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, WI	5:30 pm: Book Signing and Five-Course Alsatian Dinner. For reservations call 414.778.3333

The French Pastry School at City Colleges of Chicago strives to offer an innovative, effective, superior education in which students are equipped to achieve excellence in the pastry, baking and confectionery arts.

L'Art de la Pâtisserie

L'Art du Gâteau

L'Art de la Boulangerie

We take pride in the quality of our courses, which are offered with great attention to the art and the science of pastry. The classes focus on artistry, visual presentation, theory, method, and technique, giving you the knowledge required for a successful pastry career.

Our unique commitment to you is continuous attention to the development of your career, from the beginning of your time with us until long after you leave.

The Art of French Pastry

Jacquy Pfeiffer has taught some of the world's best pastry chefs: Now anyone can learn how to bake like a pro with this terrific book. It's a great resource – and an even greater inspiration.

Jacquy Pfeiffer is a master whose talent and artistry I respect. He has written a book that everyone can enjoy – classic French pastry techniques, presented with Jacquy’s twist.

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The French Pastry School at City Colleges of Chicago strives to offer an innovative, effective, superior education in which students are equipped to achieve excellence in the pastry, baking and confectionery arts.

L'Art de la Pâtisserie

L'Art du Gâteau

L'Art de la Boulangerie

We take pride in the quality of our courses, which are offered with great attention to the art and the science of pastry. The classes focus on artistry, visual presentation, theory, method, and technique, giving you the knowledge required for a successful pastry career.

Our unique commitment to you is continuous attention to the development of your career, from the beginning of your time with us until long after you leave.

The Art of French Pastry

Jacquy Pfeiffer has taught some of the world's best pastry chefs: Now anyone can learn how to bake like a pro with this terrific book. It's a great resource – and an even greater inspiration.

Jacquy Pfeiffer is a master whose talent and artistry I respect. He has written a book that everyone can enjoy – classic French pastry techniques, presented with Jacquy’s twist.

The Art of French Pastry Book Tour!

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