Eric Phillips cuts measured-portions of stretch dough to prepare bread loaves for baking three hours prior to opening Patisserie - a bakery for artisan breads and fine pastries - in Skaneateles, NY. The bakery has been a staple in the community crafting fresh-baked goods for over 25 years. Phillips began working at Patisserie when he was in high school and came back after attending culinary school. Photo by Jason Waite.

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SWEET SKANEATELES

The kitchen at Patisserie comes to life before the break of dawn. Hands move with skill – folding, whisking and kneading. The beloved bakery perpetuates a tender ritual of creation, where passion and precision rise with the sun.

Produced by

Jason Waite

Jason Waite

Coached by

Michelle McLoughlin

Michelle McLoughlin

Mike Roy

Mike Roy