By dominiqueansel on Tuesday, May, 20th 2014 in News
ABC News covers the story of how the little pastry shop in New York has generated more than $100K for charitable efforts thanks to the popularity of the Cronut®. Click here to read more.
By dominiqueansel on Monday, May, 19th 2014 in News
Today, Chef Dominique celebrated Nutella®’s 50th birthday, with not cake, but special limited edition Cronut® holes made with Nutella®. More than a thousand people showed up for the 2,500 complimentary treats and a chance to take a selfie with Chef. Watch scenes here and read about the recap here and here.
By dominiqueansel on Wednesday, May, 14th 2014 in News
In celebration of Nutella®’s 50th anniversary, Chef Dominique is partnering up with the beloved hazelnut chocolate spread to offer complimentary Cronut® holes filled with Nutella® . On Monday, May 19th from 10am to 2pm (or until supplies last), more than 2000 of these sweet bites will be handed out at Pedestrian Plaza (23rd and Broadway) …
By dominiqueansel on Monday, May, 12th 2014 in News
CNN Report covers the first morning of our waffogato (a waffle and affogato inspired creation featuring vanilla ice cream molded into the shape of waffle with tapioca pearls and Belgium waffle bits — all drenched with hot maple syrup espresso).
By dominiqueansel on Saturday, May, 10th 2014 in News
On its first birthday, First We Feast salutes the Cronut® pastry and brand. They write: “Ultimately, this was the year the Conut® took over the world, dominating the zeitgeist in a way that few chefs could ever dream of. And so we salute you, Dominique—while only a select few can actually get their hands on …
By dominiqueansel on Saturday, May, 10th 2014 in News
It’s been one year since the now iconic Cronut® burst into the scenes in New York, across the US, and in the world. Grubstreet recounts how it all started here.
By dominiqueansel on Saturday, May, 10th 2014 in News
Holding a torch to a Frozen S’more at the New York Historical Society, Chef Dominique Ansel gathered along with an impressive list of influencers to talk about what he believes in innovation above all.
By dominiqueansel on Tuesday, May, 6th 2014 in News
Congratulations, Chef Dominique on being named James Beard Award’s 2014 “Outstanding Pastry Chef”, representing the best of the best in the world of desserts. Not bad for a guy who came to the US eight years with nothing more than two suitcases. We are thrilled for you Chef! (And in true Dominique-fashion, he was here …
By dominiqueansel on Monday, April, 28th 2014 in News
The crowds when wild today as Chef Dominique served Wendy Williams a delectable four course dessert-only breakfast, that included the unveiling of his latest creation: the Waffogato.
By dominiqueansel on Monday, April, 28th 2014 in News
In honor of Taste of the Nation, which is an event to support Share Our Strength and fight child hunger, Chef Dominique created the Waffogato. Made with a vanilla ice cream that has bits of Belgium waffle folded within, a touch of sea salt, and topped with warm maple syrup spiked espresso, the Waffogato is …
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