The Chef Behind The Craft
Our Story
Chef Salomon Knafo
A Life Shaped by
Passion, Resilience & Heart
For Chef Salomon Knafo, baking is more than a craft—it is a calling shaped by passion, discipline, and heart.
Paris to New York
Mastering French tradition
Trained in Paris at CEPROC and EPMTTH, Salomon mastered the timeless techniques of French baking, where precision and respect for ingredients define excellence. Pursuing his dream, he moved to New York City to join Maison Kayser, refining his craft in one of the world's most demanding bakery environments.
These formative years shaped his philosophy: that true artistry emerges from patience, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to quality.
Miami & Zak the Baker
Finding warmth and possibility
His path then led him to Miami and Zak the Baker, where the city's vibrant energy and warmth felt like home. The tropical light and cultural mosaic created an energy that felt like living in a perpetual summer — he had found his home.
Miami's spirit of possibility became the backdrop for a new chapter, blending French tradition with the soul of a city that never stops dreaming.
The Trial
A Devastating
Turning Point
During the pandemic, a devastating car accident left him unable to walk, with doctors warning he might never bake again. Returning to France in a wheelchair, he faced the possibility of losing the passion that defined him.
"He chose to fight. With faith, resilience, and unwavering determination."
Salomon committed to a long recovery — driven by a promise to return to the oven and the craft he loved. Step by step, he rebuilt his strength, refusing to let tragedy write the final chapter of his story.
Back in Miami
Sharing authentic French baking
Today, he is back in Miami, sharing his vision of authentic French baking. Through each loaf and pastry, he tells a story of perseverance, passion, and the belief that even after life's greatest trials, beauty can still rise — just like dough, with time, care and faith.
Every creation honors the traditions of French craftsmanship while celebrating the vibrant spirit of the city he now calls home.
Credentials & Experience
A Career Built on
Excellence
CEPROC, Paris
Prestigious culinary training
EPMTTH, Paris
Advanced pâtisserie & bread
Maison Kayser, NYC
Refined craft in renowned bakery
Zak the Baker, Miami
Mastered artisan baking in Miami
Experience the Craft
Taste the Story
Every croissant, every loaf carries the heart of Chef Salomon's journey. Come taste what passion, resilience, and French tradition create together.
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