Chocolatier
Franck Kestener
- Discipline
- Chocolatier
Portrait of Franck Kestener
i. Biography
Four generations of bakery and pastry work set the trade context for Franck Kestener. The craft entered through family production first, before confectionery and chocolate became the center of the work.
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Apprenticeship at the Family Pâtisserie-Confiserie gave the maison his first formal footing in confectionery, pastry, and chocolate. That early shop training connects the family trade line to the later professional work under his own name.
The Practice Today
Chocolate remains the central medium at the maison in Paris, where the maison works as chocolatier-founder of his eponymous brand.
Signature
Signature chocolates include Atlantique tablet and Atlantique.
Standing
Recognition for the work includes Meilleur Ouvrier de France (M.O.F.) (2003), World Pastry Team Champion (2006), Le Grand Prix International du Chocolat (2003), and Meilleur Apprenti de France (1995).
FAQ
Asked of Franck
What is Franck Kestener's day job?
Franck Kestener is chocolatier-founder of Franck Kestener.
Where did Franck Kestener work before?
Earlier in their career, Franck Kestener worked at Family Pâtisserie-Confiserie.
What recognition has Franck Kestener received?
Meilleur Ouvrier de France (M.O.F.) (2003).
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