Master 30 Pastry Chef interview questions covering technique, creativity, and kitchen management.
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If you're not sure where to start with this question, you may want to consult a flavor chart! You can find them in your materials from culinary school or online. An interviewer may be asking about flavor combinations to test your creativity and your ability to bake from scratch with or without a recipe. Depending on what you're baking, you only want to combine two or three flavors. You might choose between a fruit, a spice, and a liquor, perhaps even a wildcard like bacon! Let's say your main ingredient is strawberry. You could combine it with mint and rum for a jam or pastry filling. The options are endless. Show off your creativity!

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I love a good lemon lavender combination. I regularly mix the two in cakes, cookies, and icings, and simple syrups, especially in the spring and summer. I also love blueberry and lemon, specifically in my scone recipe, and almond and vanilla bean are just a classic and a favorite of mine. Nothing quite beats a fresh almond croissant."

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Raspberry and choco. Raspberry mousse with choco ganache tart gives a sour taste from the raspberry and a creamy texture of ganache.

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Yum! This is one of my favorite flavor combos, too...raspberries are so tart and distinct. You deliver great enthusiasm in your response.
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