The full title of this article by Daniel Betis (La1ere.FranceTV Martinique) is “Les galettes des rois aux saveurs locales de Martinique se font reines à l’Épiphanie” [Galettes des rois (cakes) with local flavors from Martinique are queens at Epiphany]. Betis says, “When we speak about The Epiphany, we immediately associate this celebration with the tradition of the galettes des rois. Among all pastries, these reign supreme. Today, many professionals are innovating by offering local aromas and flavors. This is the case of Steeve Jean-François who wishes to promote tradition, transmission, and innovation.”
The Epiphany, the revelation of Jesus Christ to the Three Wise Men, Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar, is a celebration allowing the galette to be enjoyed throughout the world.
In Martinique, certain professionals use their talent to offer the public a treat. Steeve Jean-François, pastry chef in the heights of Fort-de-France, offers different flavors ranging from local pumpkin to sweet potato, coconut, and chocolate, without forgetting frangipane and dry galette.
Since January 2, Steeve has been working tirelessly with his team. In his workshop, daily preparations such as raisin bread are intertwined with those of chocolate galettes.
The galette des rois with local fruit flavors
“The neighborhood is a place of tradition, the galette follows the path.” The chef refers to the Manoir, which was once a temple for traditional music (beguines and mazurkas). He decided to promote local products such as guava, coconut, pumpkin, and other flavors. [. . .]
Excerpts translated by Ivette Romero. For full article (in French), see https://la1ere.francetvinfo.fr/martinique/les-galettes-des-rois-aux-saveurs-locales-de-martinique-se-font-reines-a-l-epiphanie-1454891.html
[Shown above, Photo by Daniel BETIS: Pastry chef Steeve Jean-François and a chocolate galette.]
The full title of this article by Daniel Betis (La1ere.FranceTV Martinique) is “Les galettes des rois aux saveurs locales de Martinique se font reines à l’Épiphanie” [Galettes des rois (cakes) with local flavors from Martinique are queens at Epiphany]. Betis says, “When we speak about The Epiphany, we immediately associate this celebration with the tradition of
