French Baker Lucie Franc de Ferriere Brings Artistry to NYC's Dessert Scene
French Baker Lucie Franc de Ferriere Brings Artistry to NYC's Dessert Scene
Lucie Franc de Ferriere has brought her French baking expertise to New York. She opened her bakery, From Lucie, in the East Village in 2023. Her debut cookbook, Cake From Lucie, was released the same year, sharing her signature recipes with home bakers. Born in France and raised in Bordeaux, Franc de Ferriere initially studied art history and worked in New York’s gallery scene. She later turned to baking, inspired by her mother’s lessons and a passion for seasonal ingredients and edible flowers.
One of the cookbook’s standout recipes is the Cardamom Polenta Rose Water Bundt Cake. The cake uses 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter, 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, and other ingredients. It bakes at 350°F (180°C) for 45 to 50 minutes before cooling. A rose water glaze, made with 1 1/2 cups plus 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar, finishes the dish.
The cookbook aims to bring the bakery’s distinctive style into home kitchens. It offers step-by-step guidance for recreating From Lucie’s most popular treats. Franc de Ferriere’s journey from art history to baking has shaped her unique approach. Her cookbook and bakery both highlight her love for flavour and presentation. The Cardamom Polenta Rose Water Bundt Cake is one of many recipes now available for home cooks to try.
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