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patisserie
This term carries a sophisticated, European connotation, specifically evoking the precision and luxury of French baking. It is used to distinguish a high-end establishment specializing in delicate sweets and tarts from a general bakery, which might focus more on breads and savory items.
When referring to the craft itself, the word implies a level of professional mastery and technical skill. It describes a disciplined culinary art rather than a casual hobby, often associated with formal training and rigorous standards of presentation.
Meanings
Examples
Let us stop at that little patisserie on the corner for some eclairs.
The aroma of fresh butter and sugar wafted from the open door of the patisserie.
I wonder if I have enough talent to master the complex techniques of patisserie.
He brought her a delicate raspberry tart from the most famous patisserie in town.
The display case at the patisserie was filled with colorful macarons and tarts.
She dreams of opening her own boutique patisserie in the heart of Paris.
The chef is renowned for his absolute precision in the field of patisserie.
Where is the nearest patisserie? I need to buy a cake for the party.
A true master of patisserie knows exactly how to balance sweetness and acidity.