Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer
“Jacquy Pfeiffer is a master whose talent and artistry I respect.”
Jacques Torres
“Jacquy Pfeiffer is a master whose talent and artistry I respect.”
Jacques Torres
MEET CHEF JACQUY
From his childhood in his family’s bakery in Alsace, France, to some of the world’s most respected pastry kitchens, Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer has built an extraordinary career rooted in craftsmanship, mentorship, and a lifelong passion for French pastry. In 1995, he co-founded The French Pastry School in Chicago, shaping one of the world’s premier pastry institutions while inspiring generations of pastry chefs and bakers around the globe.
Chef Jacquy is also the bestselling author of The Art of French Pastry, which earned a prestigious James Beard Foundation Award in 2014. He was featured in the acclaimed documentary Kings of Pastry. Today, from his home in the south of France, he continues to share his expertise through books and immersive culinary experiences. His newest book, The Art of French Tarts, will be released in November 2026.
EXPERIENCE SOUTHWEST FRANCE WITH CHEF JACQUY
Terroir & Technique is a 5-day hands-on pastry immersion, hosted in Chef Jacquy’s private 200-year-old farmhouse in the heart of Southwest France. Space is limited.
COMING FALL 2026
Chef Jacquy’s new book, The Art of French Tarts, offers an inside look into the classic recipes, photographs, and stories from the Southwestern region of France. The book is scheduled for release on November 1, 2026.
AS SEEN IN
I’m excited to announce an exclusive Founders’ Circle opportunity for the first eight participants who register for any 2026 retreat cohort. This special membership recognizes those helping to launch this new experience.
To claim the benefit, enter promo code Founders2026 during registration.
