Our Impact
At Marc Heu Pâtisserie Paris, our work extends far beyond pastries.
We exist to create opportunity, restore identity, and build pathways for communities historically excluded from culinary spaces.
Our patisserie is a living testament to the resilience of the Hmong people, the elegance of French artistry, and the belief that food can bridge continents, memories, and generations.
Empowering Women, Immigrants & Refugees
Our bakery was built by—and for—those who were never meant to have a seat at the table.
85% of our team are women
Representing 5 languages & 12 nationalities
10 of 12 leadership roles held by women
8 of 10 leaders are under age 30, stepping into leadership for the first time
We are proud to be a women-led, immigrant-owned, BIPOC-owned business shaping the next generation of culinary leaders.
Global Mentorship & Workforce Development
We invest in the future of pastry—not only in Minnesota, but around the world.
Hosted 10 international J-1 Visa students for yearlong training
Developed a multicultural training kitchen rooted in French technique & Hmong philosophy
Marc selected as 1 of 7 U.S. chefs to represent IRCA Group globally
We believe talent is universal, but access is not. Our program changes that.
Supporting Youth & Local Community
We partner with local organizations to create safe, meaningful opportunities for young people.
Official partner of the City of Saint Paul Right Track Program, mentoring at-risk, cost-burdened youth
Providing hands-on training, workplace readiness, and real-life industry experience
Creating leadership pathways for young women, first-generation students, and newly arrived immigrants
Community is not a location—it is a responsibility.
Food Security & Local Giving
Since opening our doors, feeding our neighbors has remained core to our mission.
Over $40,000 of food donated to Union Gospel Mission since 2019
Emergency support for families in crisis through donated meals and pastries
We believe that no one in our community should go hungry.
Economic Impact & Job Creation
We are committed to building a thriving, equitable workplace in the heart of Saint Paul.
27 team members supported through stable, year-round employment
Paid maternity leave, PTO, and a supportive work environment
Investment in leadership training and internal career mobility
A stronger bakery builds a stronger community.
Honoring Heritage Through Artistry
Every pastry we craft is a bridge—between Hmong memory, French tradition, and the dreams of a people without a homeland.
Signature creations like the Kua Dis, shaped like a grain of rice, tell the story of migration, resilience, and belonging. Through flavor, texture, and technique, we reclaim a tradition once used to exclude us and transform it into a shared celebration.
This is food as culture.
Food as healing.
Food as impact.