Empreintes - Jessica Prealpato

Jessica Préalpato: a new leading pastry chef joins our catalogue, deeply inspired by nature.

A seed, a flower, a drop of honey—where does pastry inspiration begin when nature comes before sugar?

From elderflower whipped cream to citrus tart enhanced with pesto, or choux crowned with black rice, each creation tells a story of connection and sharing.

Jessica Préalpato celebrates the natural bitterness of fruit, the freshness of wild herbs, the subtle or bold notes of spices, and the delicate texture of flour. In this book, she presents 60 accessible recipes, from Farmhouse Cheesecake with melon and lemon thyme to Blueberry and meadowsweet tart.

Blending pastry with a chef’s culinary mindset, she reimagines how desserts are balanced, seasoned, and composed. Her work extends the philosophy of dedicated producers, embracing the raw, imperfect beauty of nature.

Along the way, discover inspiring artisans such as Nicolas Berger (cocoa roaster and chocolatier), Solenne Gréau Thevenet (farmer), Fabrice Gabriel (forager), and Thomas Deck (brewer).

Empreintes is more than a cookbook—it’s a refined and poetic tribute to nature.