The Chef

Nicolas Rouzaud is a French Pastry Chef known for his exquisite fruit-focused pastries, each created with a profound respect for French culinary traditions, combined with a lightness of touch and a hint of nostalgia.

Nicolas Rouzaud smiles while sitting at a table with several white boxes from "Maison de Haute Patisserie." The boxes feature logos and the name "Nicolas Rouzaud." A coffee cup sits nearby, paired perfectly with a pastry crowned with a red topping.

A JOURNEY ROOTED IN CRAFTSMANSHIP

Born in Toulouse, France, Nicolas Rouzaud’s passion for patisserie began in his family orchard, inspired by seasonal fruits and natural ingredients.

His grandfather, a master silversmith, passed down a deep respect for craftsmanship and precision. Trained by the prestigious Compagnons du Devoir, Nicolas completed a traditional Tour de France, mastering the techniques and heritage of French baking.

As a boy growing up in Toulouse, I picked strawberries, cherries, raspberries, apples, and figs from my family's garden, using them to bake tarts and decorate desserts.
Nicolas Rouzaud in a white uniform, delicately place on the creation. The setting is a professional kitchen with another chef blurred in the background.

LUXURY AND REFINEMENT

Nicolas Rouzaud refined his craft during seven years at Le Bristol Paris, working under three-Michelin-starred Chef Eric Frechon and the late Laurent Jeannin, where he embraced the precision of luxury gastronomy. In 2014, he became Head Pastry Chef at The Lanesborough, before joining The Connaught in 2017 and opening The Connaught Pâtisserie in 2020. In 2025, he launches Nicolas Rouzaud Maison de Haute Pâtisserie—a distinctive new chapter where his signature innovation and craftsmanship reach new heights in the world of haute pâtisserie.

CONNECTING WITH NATURE

Pears, apples, figs, strawberries, cherries, raspberries, apricots, rhubarb, and grapes—each one a nod to his heritage and used in their purest, most natural form. Nicolas Rouzaud’s signature tartelette is a study in simplicity and balance. Visually striking and rooted in the elegance of French culinary tradition, every bite delivers an explosion of flavour, wonder, and joy.

A close-up of a dessert slice from Nicolas Rouzaud at Maison de Haute Patisserie, featuring a luscious cream layer topped with juicy raspberries. Its base is a golden, crumbly crust with rich custard filling. The vibrant red raspberries create a striking contrast against the creamy layers.
Every bite of my favourite strawberry tart is filled with joyful memories.
A creation from Maison de Haute Patisserie, features layers of cream with vanilla specks and a crumbly base, adorned with glossy, vibrant yellow mango pieces.

Vision

Embodying a new era for haute patisserie, Nicolas Rouzaud’s work seamlessly blends tradition with modern innovation. His signature creations reflect his commitment to refining timeless recipes while embracing the best seasonal produce.

Nicolas Rouzaud in a white uniform, delicately place on the creation. The setting is a professional kitchen with another chef blurred in the background.

The Team

Craftsmanship begins with people. Discover the team that blends precision, passion, and innovation in every creation.

Vincent Maurange
Vincent Maurange
Corporate Pastry Chef
Loic Carbonnet
Loic Carbonnet
London
Maxime Gourlain
Maxime Gourlain
Doha
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