FRENCH DELICACY: Artful Dessert for New Yorkers

Renowned Pastry Chef François Payard debuts his artful take on pastries at his new bakery in Downtown NYC –– FPB.

French Chef François Payard is known around the world for his mastery in pastry –– and by that we mean creating baked goods that look more like art than something edible.

At Payard’s bakery, FPB, you will be mesmerized by the array of colors and designs of his pastries. There you will find Payard’s signature selection of macarons (a French pastry), available in so many colors and tastes it resembles a rainbow.  A few American inspired flavours to note include S’mores, Peanut Butter and Jelly, Coca-Cola and Oreo cookie.

For some theater action, the distinctive glass-encased kitchens allow guests to watch the chefs in action, as endless confections make their journey from the mixing bowl to the oven. There you will see how FPB’s products are perfectly layered and symmetrically designed to portray the technique that is required for each individual pastry.

For the perfect summertime treat, be sure to stop in and grab a refreshing ice cream sandwich –– available in flavors like coconut mango sorbet, brownie and strawberry cheesecake. FPBNYC.com –– ASHLEY CAPUTO