Business Details
22 Years
experience
Authentic French Pastries & Catering in Denver
Founded in 2004, Katherine's French Bakery has been a cornerstone of Denver's culinary scene for over two decades. Our family-owned business began in Aurora and relocated to Bonnie Brae in 2008, weathering economic challenges and global crises while maintaining unwavering commitment to quality. Led by Chef Mario Arrua, with 26 years of hospitality expertise, and Chef Katherine Keeley Pappas, a master French baker trained in Martigues, France, we combine European tradition with local innovation. Our team, including sous chef Luis Orozco and office manager Joan Kaster, delivers made-from-scratch excellence in every pastry, quiche, and custom cake.We prioritize fresh, locally sourced ingredients and sustainable practices through our kitchen garden and composting program. With accolades for our almond croissants and Opera cakes, we cater events across Denver while maintaining our cozy caf atmosphere. Our community involvement spans over 100 charitable partnerships, reflecting our dedication to both culinary excellence and social responsibility.
Services
French Pastries
Custom Cakes
Catering Services
Quiche Production
Cookie Orders
Event Rentals
Breakfast Service
Lunch Menus
Wedding Cakes
Seasonal Specials
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 21 years of culinary excellence in Denver since 2004
- Chefs trained in France and Argentina with decades of experience
- Daily fresh-baked goods using local, sustainable ingredients
- Custom catering for events up to 281 participants
- Award-winning almond croissants and Opera cakes
What people say
Best quiche
Delicious pavlova
Outstanding staff
Perfect lemon cake
Hit of celebration
Services
Custom Cakes
Our custom cakes feature traditional French genoise with handcrafted fillings and buttercreams. Available in multiple sizes and flavor combinations, each cake uses premium ingredients like imported chocolate and fresh fruits. We create designs for weddings, birthdays, and special events with advance notice.
Catering Services
We provide full-service catering for events up to 281 participants. Our menus include gourmet breakfasts, boxed lunches, and premium hors d'oeuvres. Clients receive customized menus with dietary accommodations and professional service from our trained staff for onsite events.
French Pastries
Daily baked French pastries include croissants, clairs, and macarons using authentic techniques. Our pastry chefs prepare fillings and creams in-house with seasonal ingredients. Special orders for corporate gifts and events require 48-hour notice for optimal freshness.
Quiche Production
Handmade quiches feature scratch-made crusts and premium fillings like goat cheese & leek or crab & shrimp. Available in whole sizes for special orders, our quiches use daily fresh ingredients and can be customized with gluten-free options upon request.
Cookie Orders
Custom-designed sabl cookies are available in multiple shapes and themes for events. Our European chocolate-iced cookies require three-day advance orders with minimum quantities. Corporate clients receive branded designs while wedding clients get personalized decorative elements.
People
Chef Mario Arrua
Chef
With 26 years in hospitality, Chef Mario brings Argentine culinary traditions to Denver. He oversees daily operations and menu development, focusing on elegant presentation and proper seasoning techniques.
Chef Katherine Keeley Pappas
Master Baker
Apprenticed in France, Chef Katherine specializes in Provenal pastries. She leads baking operations and pastry design, maintaining authentic French techniques while incorporating local ingredients for Denver's tastes.
Luis Orozco
Sous Chef
Recognized as 'sous chef extraordinaire,' Luis manages daily baking production. He executes complex pastry techniques and maintains quality control across all baked goods and desserts.
Questions
What catering services do you offer?
We provide full-service catering for events up to 281 participants with customized menus for breakfast, lunch, and special occasions.
Do you make custom cakes?
Yes, we create custom-designed cakes in multiple sizes and flavor combinations with 48-hour advance notice for optimal freshness.
What are your operating hours?
We're open Wednesday-Sunday 7:00am-3:00pm. The bakery is closed Mondays and Tuesdays but offers pre-order pickups.
Can I order cookies for events?
Yes, we offer custom-designed sablé cookies with European chocolate icing for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions.
Do you have gluten-free options?
Yes, we offer gluten-free quiche crusts and selected pastries with advance notice for special dietary requirements.
