French pastry chef shares secrets:

French pastry chef Jacquy Pfeiffer reveals the secrets to making flawless éclairs, buttery croissants, and perfect macaroons as featured in his new cookbook, “The Art of French Pastry,” during a visit at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, to the Vernon Area Public Library. Pfeiffer is co-founder of the renowned French Pastry School in Chicago, star of the documentary “Kings of Pastry,” and has placed in many of world’s most prestigious pastry competitions. He will demonstrate his recipe for making macaroons and share samples. This event is free. Register online, phone (224) 543-1485, or in person at the library, 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire.