Chef Shannon, originally from Buffalo, NY, studied pastry and baking arts at the Institute of Culinary Education. Over the past decade, she has built an extensive background in various culinary environments, working in bakeries, restaurants, resorts, and private clubs. In November, Shannon made the move to Denver to take on the role of pastry chef at a local bakery, where she specializes in French croissants and pastries, with a particular focus on pâte à choux.

What Chef Shannon loves most about baking and pastry is the opportunity to explore a wide range of flavor profiles while staying true to the classic integrity of traditional techniques. Her absolute favorite dessert is the classic éclair, though she enjoys putting a twist on it with creative flavors like coffee or citrus.