Thanks to his monumental mounted pieces, pastry chef Bastien Blanc-Tailleur has been recognized by the culinary guide La Liste as the most creative pastry chef in the world.
Born in the beautiful city of Annecy in Haute-Savoie, France, Bastien Blanc-Tailleur has always been passionate about pastry. “As long as I can remember, I have never missed an opportunity to taste a sweet treat. Nothing brings me as much joy as the simplicity of a good chocolate mousse, the fluffy texture of a brioche, or the crispness of puff pastry,” confesses the chef.
In his teenage years, his passion became his livelihood, starting with a job near Deauville, laying the foundation for his future career. Over the years, Bastien Blanc-Tailleur has developed a rare skill. His mounted pieces are much more than just special desserts; they are designed as works of art, with every detail meticulously crafted by hand.
Moreover, Bastien takes customization to the next level by creating his own molds and cake tools for each order. With infinite patience, he creates each sugar flower, one petal at a time, to adorn his creations.
“My clients love the ultra-customization of their cakes. On their wedding day, they want to share something unique with their guests, something truly singular,” he continues.
Pastry is a precise art where nothing can be left to chance. To craft tailor-made recipes, Bastien selects the finest French ingredients: Charentes butter, Ciflorette strawberries, Menton lemons, Tahitian vanilla, elderflowers, Grand Cru chocolate…
He meticulously weighs, mixes, and transforms noble raw materials into exquisite creations. “Beyond the visual impact, my clients choose my cakes for their taste. They are all made in the grand French pastry tradition, internationally recognized for its delicacy,” says the chef.
