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What is the history for choux pastry?

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In 1533, Catherine deMedici left Florence to marry the Duke of Orleans; who later became Henry 11, King of France. She brought her head chef, Panterelli, to court with her- who later is credited with inventing gateaux which gave rise to Choux { pronounced shoo] pastry.

Source: Classic Patisserie: An A-Z Handbook.

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