Zac Young

Zac Young serves as the Pastry Director for the Creative Hospitality Group, a prominent firm known for its expertise in food and beverage management, consulting, and licensing. He is celebrated for creating the innovative Thanksgiving dessert known as The PieCaken, which has gained nationwide acclaim. Young's culinary journey began at the prestigious Walnut Hill School for the Arts, followed by his formal training at The Institute of Culinary Education. His professional experiences include stints at Bouchon Bakery in New York City and Butter Restaurant under the guidance of celebrity chef Alexandra Guarnaschelli.

Further enhancing his skills, Young trained in France with esteemed chefs such as Philippe Givre at Valrhona and Philippe Parc at Chocolate Michel Cluizel. His exceptional talent has earned him recognition as one of the Top Ten Pastry Chefs in America by Dessert Professional. Young's expertise has been prominently featured on various television shows, including the Cooking Channel's Unique Sweets and Food Network's Beat Bobby Flay, Chopped, and Worst Cooks in America. Through his innovative creations and appearances, Zac Young has solidified his status as a leading figure in the culinary world, continually inspiring pastry lovers across the nation.