Pix Patisserie, Cheryl's 16 year old Portland pastry paradise, has been mentioned in Food and Wine, Elle Décor, Food Network Magazine, Sunset, Wine & Spirits and The New York Times Magazine, where it stated, “Cheryl Wakerhauser’s macaroons trounce Per Se’s.” She is a natural teacher, explaining technique in detail but always adding a bit of pizazz and fun to each lesson, or as she calls them, “Magic Shows.” Her new book, Modern French Pastry, presents 41 original dessert recipes full of color, technique and modern style.