Eat Dessert First®
“Where Sugar Becomes Art”
What’s on the menu . . .
CREATIVE CAKE DESIGNS AND INDULGENT DESSERT OFFERINGS at EAT DESSERT FIRST®
Custom confections to order in our unique Eat Dessert First® packaging
From baby showers to graduations and all of life’s celebrations in between, we’ll craft unique desserts to make these moments even sweeter.
Private events and catering
We’ll work with you to create a custom dessert menu to fit any occasion. Whether it’s a wedding or a Wednesday, Eat Dessert First® will make any occasion special!
Classes at Eat Dessert First®
Whether you’d like to learn to bake the perfect chocolate cake or decorate adorable holiday cookies, we’ll create the custom class of your sweet dreams!
Something else in mind? Send us a note and our team will work with you to help satisfy that sweet tooth!
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REVIEWS & KIND WORDS
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“Simply beautiful and delicious. Thank you Chef Margaux and La Pâtisserie for the lovely macarons.”
– Dr. H, HCC. February 10, 2024
“Palmiers were perfect for our first meeting of the New Year! Thank you for making everyone feel special with your beautiful and delicious pastries.”
– Leah R. and Staff. January 5, 2024
Happy New Year Leah and the entire team!
“Elegant and outstanding, our dessert table was beyond what we envisioned. Thank you Margaux and La Pâtisserie for your beautiful, creative, and delicious style.”
– Carole L. December 1, 2023
Carole, It was our pleasure and thank you for your kind words. — Margaux
“Thank you Chef Margaux and Eat Dessert First for the delicious brownies with extra walnuts! My husband and guests LOVED them and they were all gone before the party ended. Y
ou scored another home run!”
– Monica V. September 22, 2023
“Absolutely out of this world! The strawberry tart you made is just delicious and we savored every last bite. As always, a great big Thank You to Chef Margaux. It was really outstanding.
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– Gema P. July 27, 2023
“Merci, Margaux! Thank you to Chef Margaux at La Pâtisserie and Eat Dessert First for catering our fabulous desserts for France’s special fête de la musique musical evening with our classical and jazz musicians, including Kirby-sur-Seine. Les macarons sont superbes.”
— L’Alliance Française Houston June 21, 2023
“One dozen mini raspberry tarts bursting with delicious-ness . . . and in the colors I wanted for our Memorial Day party. You are the BEST! Thank you Eat Dessert First and the ever-amazing Chef Margaux! xoxo Diana”
– Diana Z. May 29, 2023
🥰 You are very welcome, Diana. So happy you loved them! ❤️🤍💙
“Our Easter Cake was amazing! A beautiful, creative and unique dessert created just for us. Thank you, thank you, thank you Margaux and Eat Dessert First!”
– Patricia C. April 9, 2023
You are most welcome. — Chef Margaux 💕🌷
“Your Springtime Savory Pie was outstanding and almost too pretty to eat. Thanks, Chef Margaux! “
– Angela G. March 19, 2023
“Thank you Margaux and Eat Dessert First. The two-berry scones were jolly good and we had them with genuine English afternoon tea. We saved some of the tasty jam to spread on a bit of toast tomorrow.
Although the ambiance wasn’t quite what it would be in England, what you prepared for our tea made it come close.”
– Robert S. February 20, 2023
We’re tickled pink that you liked it so much. — Kind regards, Chef Margaux
“Our celebration of the Feast of the Ephiphany was made complete with your beautiful King Cake. Thank you, Chef Margaux. It is beautiful and delicious.”
– Corpus Christi Church. January 6, 2023
Thank you so much! We were honored to be part of the celebration with our Galette des Rois in such a glorious setting. — Chef Margaux
“Our Holiday Cake is a work of art. Thank you, Chef Margaux and Eat Dessert First. It was delicious!”
– Dr. Spira & Staff. December 10, 2022
“The chocolates, the meringue, the flavors . . . just Wow! Thank you ever so much to Eat Dessert First and the talented Chef Margaux. It wouldn’t be a party without you.”
– Jenn S. November 12, 2022
“I’ve never been more crazy about spiders! Our Science class loved all the cute creations by Eat Dessert First and said “THESE ARE THE BEST MACARONS EVER”! Thank you, Chef Margaux!”
– Mr. B’s 5th Grade Science Class. October 30, 2022
“Thank you for making us such BOO-tiful desserts for our party, Margaux! We loved the SPOOK-tacular design and the macarons were so cute and even more delicious!”
– Ashley L. October 28, 2022
“This was the best surprise when I opened the box. These are the prettiest macarons with caramel and chocolate drizzle, and they taste incredible. I love the design and THANK YOU for including two extra bottles of “drizzle” for decoration. Eat Dessert First makes it all so easy and I can’t wait to see what you offer for next month!”
– Kathy C. September 12, 2022
“Thank you Margaux and Eat Dessert First for the beautiful puff pastry with strawberry cream cake. It was delicious and perfect in honor of my daughter’s graduation.”
– Pat W. July 17, 2022
“Your desserts are the Best! Margaux, thank you for always spoiling us and for all the little “extras”. We so appreciate it. Eat Dessert First is the best pastry in Houston!”
– Dr. K. June 20, 2022
“Happy Bastille Day from Eat Dessert First! The French National Day, July 14th, is always a big celebration in France and marks a grand annual event of parades, parties, firework displays, revelry and concerts.”
– Private Event in Downtown Houston July 14, 2022
“Thank you Eat Dessert First for our custom-color cupcakes . . . they are truly beautiful and delicious. Our very special visitor from Ukraine loved them and felt right at home!”
– Tania A. March 30, 2022
“I was so excited to be taking these back home. My family is going to love them and you packed them up so carefully. Thanks Eat Dessert First. And I loved the extra for me!”
– Magda K. February 18, 2022
“Eat Dessert First ALWAYS to the rescue. I really appreciate the 3 dozen last-minute Santa cookies. It truly saved us. The party was successful, everyone was happy, and they each got to take a cookie home. Thanks bunches again! Merry Christmas!”
– J.T. December 22, 2021
Our pleasure, J.T. Merry Christmas to you, too.
“Margaux, the triple chocolate cake from Eat Dessert First was “triply” good and everyone loved it. The only problem was that there were no leftovers. We will order two next time. Thanks so much!”
– JoAnne A. December 15, 2021
“Thanks, Eat Dessert First! I can’t wait to put my Christmas cookies out on the cookie tray on Christmas Eve! So excited!”
– Liz C. December 10, 2021
You’re welcome, Liz. I know Santa will be delighted to see these when he arrives at your house! xoxo Chef Margaux
“I am obsessed with these macaroons. They were the best I’ve ever tasted and I can’t wait to order more. Thank you Eat Dessert First!”
– Sandy W. December 9, 2021
“Our Thanksgiving dinner ended on a beautiful note with your delicious La Pâtisserie “Fall Tart”. Thank you so much for fitting us in. It means a lot.”
Lucy S. – November 26, 2021
“Margaux, I’ll never be able to make this but may I please have the recipe? That poppy seed filling is so delicious I couldn’t stop eating it. Everything you make is incredible, but now the Poppy Seed cake rises to the top as my new favorite Eat Dessert First “indulgence”. Thank you for the “extra slice” so I could taste it before anyone else!!! Eat Dessert First rocks!”
– Van November 19, 2021
Van, You are most welcome and I’m so glad you liked them. Poppy is one of my favorites, too. Have you considered taking a class with us to learn how to make these? We’re still teaching via Zoom. If you’d like to learn, I can teach you! — Chef Margaux at Eat Dessert First®
“These are a work of art, Margaux. Thank you for such beautiful cookies. They were everyone’s favorite, especially the chocolate, and we can’t wait for the next cookies!”
– Dr. H. November 12, 2021
“The strawberry tart was delicious and we so appreciate your driving all the way out here to deliver it. You really are so kind! Thank you, Margaux.”
– Dr. B, and Staff March 25, 2021
“I don’t think I could love chocolate any more than this! Eat Dessert First makes the best chocolate pie!”
– Samantha December 28, 2020
“Your apple tarts were enjoyed by all at our dinner, and our family loved your special apple spices! Thanks Margaux, and I’m glad to see Eat Dessert First is getting back out to us. We really have missed you this past year.”
– Debbie K. November10, 2020
“Everything at Eat Dessert First was organized, you made certain that I was totally prepared and ready via Zoom, and I can’t believe I actually made something THIS GOOD. They tasted delicious and my kitchen smelled delicious. The best part is now my family calls me “Chef”! I love it! Thanks again for such a great class and all of your inspiration.
– Melinda L. October 9, 2020
“These are the BEST-EvEr little cake-lettes and Chef Margaux is the BEST teacher! We all said that class over Zoom was a “piece of cake”, and we had so much FUN. Thanks, Eat Dessert First, we learned a lot and the cakes are delicious!”
– Debra and her Mom February 14, 2020
“Thank you Eat Dessert First for the lovely macaron hearts. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe for the chocolate ganache. Will you please teach a class in this?”
– Christine S. February 12, 2020
Chris, You know I will be delighted to teach a class! Please email me and we’ll schedule a time. You’ll be making these and your own designs in no time. — Chef Margaux ❤️
“Fabulous Star cookies for our end of year recital! All the children (and adults) loved them. We couldn’t do it without you, Margaux. Thanks to Eat Dessert First!”
– Rebecca H. December 14, 2019
“Margaux, your super cute Halloween cookies were boxed beautifully and I placed them on the party tray as the centerpiece. They were the hit of the party! And you were very thoughtful to give us the little “mini candy corn” cookies. They were appreciated. We’ll see Eat Dessert First for our next celebration!”
– Allie C. October 26, 2019
“The HTX cupcakes were the BEST. Moist, delicious, and they lived up to their name as being voted “Best in Houston”. Next time we will order extra so we can have some left over. They were that good. Thanks, Eat Dessert First.”
– Grace H. August 16, 2019
“I couldn’t wait to tell you that your cookies were spectacular! And they tasted as good as they looked. Eat Dessert First came through in a big way and we can’t wait for you to make more cookies for us. Thanks Margaux”
– Beth W. July 4, 2019
“Our Mardi Gras party was a success and your totally edible cookie masks are outstanding. All I can say is Bravo, Eat Dessert First, and thank you so much! Laissez les bons temps rouler!”
– Jackie A. March 6, 2019
“Thank you Eat Dessert First and Happy New Year! Your cookies kept everyone near the dessert table all evening and you gave us such an assortment! Thank you also for including that small box just for us. It was both a surprise and a delight when we saw it. You’re the best, Margaux!”
– Virginia P. January 2, 2019
“My family had the best time decorating cookies with Chef Margaux. We’re just beginners, but she made us feel like pros!”
– Emily M. December 28, 2018
“Two dozen chocolate chip and Two dozen peanut butter rush delivery. You’re the best, Margaux, and Eat Dessert First had the cookies out on time . . . plus those little extras you always have. Thank you!”
– Maggie P. December 15, 2018
“Your selections were creative, indulgent, and we loved every bite of each cake. We were lucky to have found you and so glad you were able to make our desserts. Again we thank Eat Dessert First and Chef Margaux for her creative genius.”
– MaryBeth W. December 1, 2018
Dear MaryBeth, Thank you for you praise and I’m so glad you liked everything! I’m honored to have been able to work with everyone and glad that I could help. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity, and that you consider me a creative genius. Thank you! — “the Chef” Margaux 💕
“Wow, these are incredible. The sweet pastry puffs with sugar drew our guests like a magnet and disappeared first, and “Eat Dessert First” was cheerily said as these puffs, one by one, disappeared. THANK YOU for knowing this would happen and for your very special box of treats for us “for later”. Margaux, it was so easy to work with you and we loved everything Eat Dessert First provided. Thank you!”
– Becca T. November 12, 2018
“All of The Foam Rangers want to thank Margaux and Eat Dessert First for creating our FABULOUS lumberjack cake in keeping with our theme this year for Dixie Cup Competition 2018. Wow, what a cake! We appreciate all of your creative efforts more than you know!”
– The Foam Rangers Houston October 18, 2018
“Cream puffs and eclairs were the perfect combination for our dessert tray, and both were equally delicious. Thanks Eat Dessert First for the gorgeous pastries. We loved them!”
– Lisa V Houston June 16, 2018
“Crunchy French bread with a soft tender inside. The French bread loaves were great for our 6” sandwiches, and you were right that each loaf was exactly 18” long! The family had a great outing and everyone thanks Eat Dessert First for the excellent service.”
– Mr. B and family February 11, 2018
“Ooo-la-la, French pastry at its finest
! Thank you so much! Our guests were delighted to have an ORIGINAL Eat Dessert First show-stopping dessert and each bite was worthy of applause. Thanks for another unique dessert experience, Margaux. How cool is this, really!”
– Jenny K. January 26, 2018
You’re welcome, Jenny! I’m blushing with your praise and so glad you and your guests loved it. — Chef Margaux 💕
“Anatomy Class 101 — in a Cookie! I didn’t know how creative this would be, and your ideas and creativity always go above and beyond. What can I say except that EVERYONE loved them!
THANK YOU EAT DESSERT FIRST!”
– Sammie A. November 1, 2017
Eat Dessert First® gives a very special THANK YOU to Ruth Ann Davis for the use of her cookie cutters, as well as Ruth’s medical background in placing the bones. We love you, Ruth! Thank you ever so much for your help and support. ❤️ — Margaux
“A sincere thank you to Eat Dessert First and for all the wonderful and creative cookies supplied for our Houston NYU event at the Doubletree Galleria. The prospective students loved them!”
– Phoebe K. NYU Admissions October 22, 2017
“I wanted a special treat for my son’s birthday in San Francisco. Baked by Margaux delivered in the most beautiful and unique way! Thank you Eat Dessert First.”
– Dawn S. September 23, 2017
“The chocolate and mocha mousse cake Chef Margaux made was beautiful for Mother’s Day. Every bite was delicious and Mom loved it and the family loved it. Thank you to everyone at Eat Desert First. The cake was really great!”
– James H. and family May 15, 2017
“Eat Dessert First is exactly what everyone did. What a cool name! Thanks, Margaux, the cream puffs were perfect, plentiful, and piled high with your special cream. These are exactly what I wanted for our club.”
– Debbie A. April 18, 2017
“Margaux, you’re our new hero. You told us exactly how to bake these raisin danish and they tasted like they had just come out of a French bakery. To me, that’s perfection. We appreciate your help and everything that Eat Dessert First does in going the extra mile.. ”
– Jo B.. December 27, 2016
“Love, Love, Love! Margaux, this is so cute! Thank you and Eat Dessert First for the incredible Turkey Cookie Platter! You are the BEST!”
– Angela W. November 26, 2016
“Thank you so much, Margaux, for creating this beer barrel cake for our 2016 Dixie Cup event. Your creativity in making this actual working cake went above and beyond! Everyone loved the cake and Eat Dessert First is always a winner at Dixie Cup. Thank you, again.”
– Scott B. October 21, 2016
“Thank you, Margaux. Our Garden Club thoroughly enjoyed the delicious cake from Eat Dessert First. Such intricate basketweave that our Ladies appreciated. We hope you will join us for our luncheon in the Fall. Kind regards.”
– Irene L. March 10, 2016
“Thanks to Eat Dessert First for making Sean’s 14th Birthday celebration so special! The chocolate covered strawberries and the cake were outstanding, and we like the tiny beer candle. Everything was perfect, as always, and we appreciate it. Thank you so much!”
– Nena L. February 29, 2016
Nena, Thank you for your kind words and we’re so happy everyone loved the desserts! What a Birthday! — 💕 Margaux
“Margaux, thank you for my birthday cake. It was really delicious and everyone said how good it tasted. From now on only Eat Dessert First is going to make my birthday cake! Thank you so much again.”
– Gary R. May 5, 2015
“Margaux, you made our daughter’s birthday outstanding with her CHOCOLATE cake! Creamy, loads of chocolate flavor, chocolate icing . . . she loved it and said, “It’s the BEST chocolate cake I’ve ever had!”. Thanks Eat Dessert First! You made her day and everyone’s day. We’ll be back for the next birthday.”
– Susan P. March 20, 2015
“Seriously delicious. Brilliant idea from Chef Margaux to cater our dessert brunch with open-faced strawberry eclairs. They were the hit of the brunch and actually eaten first. As soon as I saw them I understood “Eat Dessert First”. So very kind of Chef Margaux to give us extra mini eclairs “for later”. We always appreciate you. Thank you!”
– Anna C. March 6, 2015
“A perfect chocolate dessert filled with the most delicious chocolate flavors. Thank you to La Pâtisserie — it’s always outstanding.
– Amy H. October 16, 2014
“Dear Margaux, Thank you very much for your generous & unique cupcakes. The candy hats & diplomas was a great touch. They were honestly the 1st thing to go at the reception. Of course they would be with the nurses saying “Eat Dessert First!”. We truly appreciate your kindness so much!”
– Jennie and the 2014 Lee College Nursing Graduating Class May, 2014
Dear Jennie, Congrats on becoming a Nurse. The Lee College Nursing program is quite rigorous and you all deserve a round of applause. You will all be valued in your profession. Your words to me mean more than you know, and we’re happy that all the graduates stayed true to our brand of “Eat Dessert First” — we wouldn’t have it any other way! Best wishes to you and all the graduates of Lee College Nursing, and thank you for sending the photos and letting Eat Dessert First use them. — 💕 Margaux
“This cake was so pretty and it tasted even better. Thank you to Chef Margaux and Eat Dessert First for the beautiful cake that made my birthday even more special.”
– Marta M. October 15, 2013
“8 AM never tasted so good!
Morning meeting, no problem. Chef Margaux baked our breakfast Danish and Eat Dessert First delivered on time. Couldn’t ask for anything better. Thanks, Margaux, we really appreciate everything you do
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– Mike R. July 31, 2013
You’re very welcome, Mike. So glad our breakfast Danish was a perfect accompaniment for your meeting. Chef Margaux
