Paris Baguette Isn’t From Paris: How a Korean Bakery Café Went Global

E140 - Paris Baguette Isn’t From Paris: How a Korean Bakery Café Went Global

Published: June 9, 2026

Duration: 40:45

On this episode of Hospitality Hangout, hosts Jimmy Frischling and Michael Schatzberg sit down with Cathy Chavenet to discuss the remarkable growth of Paris Baguette. Kathy shares her journey from classically trained pastry chef and bakery owner to leading marketing, culinary innovation, and brand strategy for one of the fastest-growing bakery café concepts in North America.

Cathy shares her journey from pastry chef and bakery owner to leading marketing, culinary innovation, and growth for one of the fastest-growing bakery café concepts in North America. The conversation dives into what makes Paris Baguette stand out in a crowded re...