About the Author

Pierre Hermit began his career at the age of 14 as an apprentice to Gaston Lenotre and quickly became Fauchon's master pastry chef. After taking his skill to Laduree he opened his own line of pastry shops in Tokyo and Paris. He has published numerous books. Laurent Fau has worked as an independent photographer for the past 25 years, specialising in beauty and food. He photographs for famous international brands, including Hermes and the Hotel de Crillon.