Updated On: 18 February, 2026 09:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar
As the French president does a quick Mumbai darshan, we explore the delights of the homonymic French pastry, to celebrate the visiting guest

High tea at Freny’s
Although he does pride in staying fit, and jogging down Marine Drive, we wonder if he might not be slightly tempted by our curation. Specifically, the macaron — not named after the President — a sweet, meringue-filled sandwich pastry that is increasingly a fan favourite. There is also the macaroon, a crispy coconut cookie, often confused for the former. But before the French go ‘Sacre Bleu!’ with our cheekiness, chef Freny Fernandes offers some advice.

Chef Freny Fernandes