Pastry chef publishes first book

Hugo Zeldine, a pastry chef from Nîmes, has published his first book, Ma pâtisserie en neuf saveurs, which focuses on nine essential flavors and includes 60 recipes. The book was released on October 8 of last year and is available for 29.90 euros.

Book features diverse recipes and illustrations

The book includes both classic pastries like the Paris-Brest and modern creations such as lemon illusion and coconut crème brûlée. It also provides techniques for working with ingredients and includes watercolor illustrations by Aude Danguy des Déserts.

Zeldine has a large social media following

Hugo Zeldine uses the pseudonym @hugo.desserts on social media and has nearly a million followers across platforms, including 484,000 on Instagram and 468,000 on TikTok. He regularly posts videos showcasing his pastries and baking tips.

Zeldine overcame personal challenges

Zeldine faced difficulties with dyslexia and dysgraphia during his academic years, but he found success in pastry and now balances his roles as a chef, social media presence, and author. His book reflects his journey and passion for baking.