Jeffrey Cagnes is known for his innovative takes on sweet tooth classics. Here, we speak to one of Paris’ most esteemed pastry chefs about his earliest food memories, his favorite ingredients and what it takes to make it as a pastry chef today.

Elegant to taste and exquisite to experience, champagne is the quintessential tipple for celebrations. Here, we’ve listed some of our favorite tipples from Billecart-Salmon to try this New Year’s Eve.

Staples for any kitchen, these luxurious essentials were specially chosen by the founder of Maison Benjamin.