About
Zianté.
Our Story
Taste. Learn. Create.
Zianté began as a neurodivergent journey through food, learning, and sensory discovery.
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Hi, I’m Laura — a French-trained Pastry Chef, Qualified Teacher, and curious mind who never stopped asking why (especially when it comes to food and learning). I grew up between cultures and languages, always exploring how people learn, taste, and connect through food.
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Diagnosed with Autism and ADHD in my 40s, I finally understood why traditional classrooms — and kitchens — never quite fit. So I built one that does.
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Zianté blends teaching, patisserie, and sensory exploration to create inclusive workshops and handmade treats designed for neurodivergent learners of all ages — from baking sessions to sensory investigation experiences.
Here, questions, curiosity, and creativity are celebrated — not corrected.
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Credentials & Experience of the Founder
Bringing Expertise, Creativity & Inclusion Together
I combine over 20 years of experience in education and food:
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Qualified Teacher & Lecturer (DBS checked), with specialist training in Autism, Patisserie & Confectionery, Music, Soap Making and French
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French-trained Pastry Chef with professional experience in London, Manchester, Montpellier, Oxford and Paris
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Taught children, young people, and adults in schools, colleges, and professional kitchens
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Catered high-profile events including the BAFTAs, MTV Awards, Royal celebrations, private weddings and more
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This blend of teaching expertise, lived neurodivergent experience, and professional culinary practice allows me to design workshops and resources that are inclusive, sensory-accessible, and empowering for learners of all ages.
SpicyLikeZ
Our Online Voice
You can find us on social media as SpicyLikeZ, where we share workshops, treats, and sensory-friendly ideas with a touch of creativity (and spice).
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Zianté brings together food, learning, and sensory exploration experiences — making them accessible, enjoyable, and a little spicy.