Stephanie, a world traveler since birth, has lived in a number of cities, but France was always home. Her childhood was a tapestry of flavors, deeply influenced by French roots and the amazing dishes crafted by her grandmother, affectionately called Mamie.

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Food held a cherished spot in her heart, long before fate led her to meet Remy amidst the busy streets of NYC. Their rendez-vous was comical - it happened in a French bakery, where she served as General Manager (yes, his boss!), and Remy, the talented new baker who had just arrived. Coincidence? Not for her, preferring to believe it was destiny.

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Since then, they've formed an unstoppable 'dream team'. Her journey into entrepreneurship started early, finding its stride in managing restaurants across NYC, including the renowned Maison Kayser where their tale commenced. She thrived in the dynamic restaurant ambiance, reveling in the energy and camaraderie that revolved around food - the ultimate unifier.

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But her passion for food transcended mere culinary artistry. Battling Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) since her teenage years, reshaped her perspective on the transformative influence of lifestyle changes driven by food. This journey kindled a commitment to employing premium ingredients and shunning harmful additives, a principle ingrained not just in her life but also in everything undertaken at Dernier Carat Cakes.

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Today, now settled in Irvine, Stephanie is thrilled to engage her local community, spreading the importance of quality food and its profound impact on life's quality.