Inventive, French-inspired dessert recipes from the founder of the beloved New York City bakery From Lucie.

Lucie Franc de Ferriere grew up baking cakes with her mother at the family’s bed-and-breakfast in their 165-year-old château in Bordeaux. She is now the owner and head baker at From Lucie, known for its whimsical baked goods adorned with fresh flowers, in New York City’s East Village. Her recipes are less sugar-forward, allowing her subtle and unique flavor combinations to shine. Indulge in a moist Gluten-Free Zucchini Honey Mascarpone Cake that highlights the tastes of summer or a layered Chamomile Cake with Chamomile Whipped Cream and Strawberry Sumac Jam that beautifully melds citrus and herbal notes. With transportive photography from Lucie’s farm and personal stories woven throughout, Cake From Lucie captures the charm of the French countryside and the buzz of New York City while relaying the secrets for Lucie’s beautiful and memorable desserts.

“I dare you to page through Lucie’s book and not feel a flutter of joy. These are desserts to make you dream.”
—Dorie Greenspan, James Beard Award–winning author of Dorie’s Anytime Cakes

“I can’t wait to gift Lucie’s cookbook to all my friends and family . . . and then come over to eat their versions of her magically delicious recipes sprinkled with flowers.”
—AnnaSophia Robb, actress

“Best cakes! Clearly made with love and care. Delicious and GORGEOUS! Almost too beautiful to eat.”
—Maggie Gyllenhaal, filmmaker

“In Cake From Lucie, the beloved baker shares not only her recipes but also her story: one of flavor, flowers, and finding her way from France to New York.”
—Kerry Diamond, founder of Cherry Bombe