French baking and pastry-making needs no introduction !

France is famous for its bread, wine and cheeses.
Croissants and baguettes are symbols of French know how.
They're known all over the world.

In France, bread and pastries are mostly made by craftsmen.
There are 34,000 bakers' and pastry shops throughout the country - that's 1 shop for every 18000 inhabitants.

Craftsmen hold 70% of the market - their competitors are industrial bakeries and supermarket chains.

In France, there are laws for the way bread is made and bakers must stick to these laws.

The French are very proud of the quality of their bread and cakes and the traditions surrounding them.
An average French person eats 160g of bread per day.

Young people of 14 or 15 can learn to be a baker in special public schools known as Apprentice Training Centres.

Adults of 18 or more can learn the job in private schools such as the INBP.