Tiffany MacIsaac Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000
Travels From:
NYC - New York City
Travels From:
NYC - New York City
Primary Topic Category:
Chefs / Culinary / Food & WIne
Primary Topic Category:
Chefs / Culinary / Food & WIne
Secondary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship
Secondary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship
Tiffany MacIsaac Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Tiffany MacIsaac is a celebrated pastry chef and keynote speaker, known for her innovative and whimsical desserts. Originally from Maui, Hawaii, she honed her culinary skills in New York City, attending the Institute of Culinary Education. MacIsaac has held prestigious positions at Michelin-starred restaurants and is now the owner and executive pastry chef of Buttercream Bakeshop in Washington, D.C. Her work has earned her multiple accolades, including being a James Beard Award semi-finalist and being named Best Pastry Chef by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington.
Tiffany MacIsaac’s culinary journey began in the tropical paradise of Maui, Hawaii, where she was born and raised. Driven by her passion for food, she moved to New York City at the age of 18 to attend the Institute of Culinary Education. Her early career saw her working as a pastry assistant at renowned establishments such as Union Square Café and Ilo Restaurant. She quickly climbed the ranks, earning the title of pastry chef at Michelin-starred restaurants CRU and Allen and Delancey.
In 2009, MacIsaac and her husband, Chef Kyle Bailey, relocated to Washington, D.C., where they opened Birch & Barley. The restaurant received high praise, including a three-star review from The Washington Post. During her tenure with the Neighborhood Restaurant Group, she managed the pastry programs for 14 properties, including Buzz Bakery and GBD Fried Chicken and Doughnuts. Her inventive desserts and dedication to her craft earned her the title of Best Pastry Chef by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington in 2010.
MacIsaac’s current venture, Buttercream Bakeshop, is a testament to her creativity and expertise. Located in the heart of D.C., the bakery is known for its imaginative and delectable desserts. Her achievements have been widely recognized, with multiple James Beard Award semi-finalist nominations and features in prominent publications such as Food & Wine and Art Culinaire. MacIsaac continues to inspire and delight both her customers and audiences as a keynote speaker, sharing her journey and the art of pastry making.