Karl has been an artist his whole life, and from a young age he was passionate about bringing his ideas to life through the medium of pastry. His love for art supplies drove him to spend more of his allowance than he should have on them as a child, and it was in this way that he discovered his true passion. In order to further his knowledge and skill, he apprenticed at the California Culinary Academy and Masse’s Pastries in Berkeley under Chef Paul Masse. Later on, he traveled to Barcelona to experience Spanish pastry artistry firsthand by working with Pastisseria Marti.
In 2004, Karl returned to the Bay Area and was immediately recruited as an executive chef for B44: Catalan Bistro; there he developed a unique seasonal dessert menu. The following year, he joined Les Amis, a Michelin Guide 3 star restaurant. This opportunity allowed him to create innovative desserts with imaginative flavors, while still maintaining classic techniques. These experiences led to Karl being featured as a chef in APIAHF’s Food for Thought twice – 2007 and 2008.
2019 was a milestone year for Karl; he competed in Food Network’s Halloween Baking Championship, and won! From his childhood days of experimenting with art supplies to his professional experiences, Karl has embraced opportunities to refine his palate, hone his skills, and explore creative realms of pastry. His mentors have played an integral role in helping him reach the level of success he is at today. It is through their guidance that Karl has been able to bring his vision to life. He continues to strive for perfection in each piece he creates.
The end result? A passionate, talented artist whose focus on flavor, technique and seasonality continue to delight chefs around the world. Chef Karl strives every day to bring his vision to life. He is continuously exploring new ideas and techniques, always striving to perfect each plate of pastry art he creates. With a keen eye for detail and unrivaled passion for flavor, Chef Karl has made an indelible mark on the world of pastry artistry. His commitment to excellence can be seen in every bite!
Karl’s motto? “Make it with love – make it with perfection!” Whether you’re looking for classic or modern pastries, Chef Karl is your go-to guy. Let him sprinkle some magic onto your next dessert! You won’t regret it! With years of experience and dedication to the craft, you can trust that Chef Karl will deliver the finest pastry art imaginable. Let him show you what he can do! Contact Chef Karl today and take your desserts to the next level!
Chef Karl has paved a successful path for himself in the world of pastry. His expertise, passion, and drive have earned him industry acclaim, as well as Food Network’s Halloween Baking Championship title. Get ready to experience flavor perfection, because with Chef Karl on your side, you won’t be disappointed! Reach out today and let him bring your dessert dreams to life! Make it with love – make it with perfection! With Chef Karl on board, you know it will be nothing short of extraordinary. Taste the difference that comes from years of experience and passion for the craft – contact Chef Karl today! Let him show you what the world of pastry art has to offer! You won’t be disappointed. Make it with love – make it with perfection, courtesy of Chef Karl! Contact him today and get ready to be amazed. Your taste buds won’t know what hit them!
Cakes by Karl, LLC
1339 Springs Rd.
Vallejo, CA 94591
