François Payard

Chef
François Payard

New York

About François Payard

François Payard is a popular cookbook author and chef/owner of Francois Payard Bakery. He cultivated his passion for the art of pastry as a child in his grandfather’s acclaimed shop on the Riviera, Au Nid des Friandises. He grew up surrounded by the delicious classic French pastry in the tradition carried on by his parents and grandparents for over fifty years.

Accolades

  • Pastry Chef of the Year
    Bon Appétit
  • Ordre du Mérite Agricole, Medal of Honor
    French Government
  • Award of Excellence
    Dom Pérignon
  • Author
    Bite Size: Elegant Recipes for Entertaining; Simply Sensational Desserts; Chocolate Epiphany: Exceptional Cookies, Cakes, and Confections for Everyone
  • ChefsFeed Winner
    One of the Best Things to Eat in NYC

Where I Go Out

Curry lobster roll
Curry lobster roll
Miss Lily's & Melvin's Juice Box
$$$, Bakery, Caribbean, Juice Bar, Greenwich Village
"Miss Lily's has a great atmosphere to hang out with the guys after work. They have great Jamaican food that is really comforting at the end of a long day. Make sure to get the curry lobster on a roasted potato bun with organic greens."
François Payard
Chef
François Payard
Tortellini panna
Tortellini panna
Osteria Morini
$$$, Happy Hour, Full Bar, Italian, Lower Manhattan
"I love the atmosphere here, as well as both the pasta and antipasta dishes. The tortellini with duck liver panna really stands out to me. I also recommend the antipasti platter with all the different meats; it's the perfect way to start a meal."
François Payard
Chef
François Payard
Brussels sprout pizza
Brussels sprout pizza
Motorino
$$, Outdoor Seating, Pizza, Ukrainian Village
"Mathieu surprises me with different types of pizza. I like tasting special seasonal pizzas that are not always on the menu. The Brussels sprout pizza they have is amazing. I love the flavors that come out from the pancetta."
François Payard
Chef
François Payard
Seasonal fruit dessert
Seasonal fruit dessert
Locanda Verde
$$$, Happy Hour, Outdoor Seating, Wine Bar, Full Bar, Italian, Lounge, Tribeca
"The desserts here are always great. Locanda Verde does a wonderful job of showcasing seasonal ingredients and fruits. They are simple yet very tasting, and the execution is great."
François Payard
Chef
François Payard
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