Le Macaron Français!

Where it all began - I earned a cuisine diploma from École Ferrandi Paris. I learned French cooking techniques at school and happily indulged on French food and pastries. I quickly understood France is superior in food due to their devotion to technique, tradition and the integrity of ingredients. I became fascinated by the long lines at the macaron shops and developed a special respect for the genuine flavors and the artisans who perfectly handcraft them.

I traveled back to Paris to take an intensive macaron course at my school Ferrandi. Our teacher was Chef Ollivier Christien who is partners with Maître Pâtissier, Christophe Felder. As a class of 6 students from around the world, we completed numerous hours of production work. As a team, we made hundreds of macarons in a variety of sweet and savory flavors.

Chef Christophe Felder (left) Chef Ollivier Christien (right)

In Paris, The macaron is considered one of the most prestigious hostess gifts comparable to fine wine, champagne or artisan chocolate. The average cost is 2 euros per macaron. The artisan craft requires many hours of practice, determination and commitment to the process. Sweet and savory flavors are offered. It is also very important to taste the very best to master making the French macaron!

I have enjoyed numerous macarons at Ladurée and Pierre Hermé. This trip to Paris, I especially enjoyed the fruit flavors at Carette and the chocolate and caramel at Hugo & Victor. All the different shops have their specialties, personas/images and like fashion, the fresh ingredients, colors and flavors that change with the seasons. 

 Pierre Hermé, Paris 75006

Laduree, Paris 75006

Carette, Paris 75016, 75004

Hugo & Victor, Paris 75006

Chef Ollivier Christien (left)

First day demo

Once again looking très chic ;)

Piping lime basil

All fillings made with fresh ingredients

 Cassis

Death by Choclate :)

Toffee (my favorite!)

Macaron mania!

Final presentation

Savory flavours moutard, boursin, foie gras et salmon

Certification

Les Experts Macaron Français :)