The art of laminated dough — 27 layers of butter, the UNESCO baguette heritage, why Paris morning bakeries are sacred. Step into any pâtisserie along the Marais or Left Bank before 7 AM and you'll witness French baking at its most spiritual. The croissant represents centuries of culinary evolution: Austrian inspiration, French refinement, and scientific precision converging in a crescent of golden pastry. Each layer tells a story of patience, technique, and an unwavering commitment to quality ingredients that define French baking culture.