If you’re a fan of Top Chef, you may already know the name Kevin D’Andrea. Perhaps you are a fan of his Foliepop’s tarteloettes available at H-E-B. Or, maybe you’re already stumbled on his Paris Olympics themed series Breaking Baguettes. Well, now, the french chef is back with more Olympics fun as a special correspondent for NBC while filming Breaking Baguettes in Paris!
Austin Chef Kevin D’Andrea Serves Up Medal Worthy Moments at Paris Olympics
Not only is he breaking the iconic bread with athletes fresh from the medal stand but he’s also spending time with fans – of the Olympics, of French pastries, French food and more! He even got to spend time with gold medal winning swimmer Regan Smith, who trains in Austin.
Watch KXAN’s Jala Washington chat with D’Andrea in Paris here.
We were lucky enough to chat with him amidst all the Olympics madness and had to ask what it feels to be in Paris in person! Here’s what he told Austin.com.
“It is incredible to be in Paris right now,” D’Andrea said. “The energy is electric, and it’s been fantastic to experience home in a way I’ve never experienced it before.”
Originally hailing from France, the Foliepop’s chef gained recognition as a contestant on both Top Chef France and season 21 of Top Chef here in the US. On the Olympics themed series Breaking Baguettes, he welcomed Olympians into his kitchen here in Austin to prep different French dishes ahead of the games.
About Breaking Baguettes in Paris
With Breaking Baguettes in Paris, he’s talking with athletes fresh from the medal ceremonies, asking them fun questions to get to know the Olympians a little bit better.
“We’re also showcasing some of my favorite places and things to do in Paris, like finding the perfect pastries – something I know a little bit about, as you know from the Foliepop’s Tartelettes,” D’Andrea explained.
You can watch all Breaking Baguettes episodes on Peacock. More importantly, you can try Foliepop’s tartelettes for yourself! Simply search the store locator to find them at an H-E-B near you.
Looking to celebrate the last few days of the Olympics games in style? Consider picking up on of these french desserts made in Austin, including the Foliepop’s tartelettes!
