The son of a baker, Mickaël Martinez built his career between London, Paris, and Monaco before returning to the south of France to fully express his passion for the craft. A finalist in the 2018 Meilleur Ouvrier de France competition, he has established himself as an artisan of excellence, combining technical mastery with creativity. Based in Marseille, he founded L’Art de la Viennoiserie, a bakery that has become a must-visit for its exceptional croissants, pains au chocolat, and brioches.
Alongside this, Mickaël shares his expertise as a professional instructor, collaborating with schools and mills. A passionate artisan and dedicated teacher, he embodies a bakery culture that is demanding, generous, and rooted in transmission.
