PODCAST - Lisa Allen: Crafting Chocolate & Tarts in the Heart of Paris

Embarking on a passion-driven journey can lead to wonderfully unanticipated destinations, as is the case with Lisa Allen, an inspiring chocolatier whose pathway to the lush streets of Paris is as rich and layered as the chocolate she creates.

A Journey from Arts to Pastries

Lisa’s journey into the pastry and chocolate world began after leaving her long-standing career as a visual and performing arts teacher. Following a period of teaching in Venezuela—amidst the socio-political turbulence of 2014 to 2016—she paused her educational profession to pursue her passion for the culinary arts in Paris. It wasn’t an immediate transition, as Lisa explored her creative roots through teaching and art. However, the desire to innovate brought her to study French pastry in Paris with few plans beyond learning. This decision marked the beginning of a new chapter that has since unfolded into a rewarding career in pastries and chocolates.

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