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How many US presidents did Roland Mesnier produce delicious foods for?
How many US presidents did Roland Mesnier produce delicious foods for?
- Six
- Five (correct)
- Four
- Three
In which year did Roland Mesnier start his job as the White House pastry chef?
In which year did Roland Mesnier start his job as the White House pastry chef?
- 1977
- 1981
- 1979 (correct)
- 1983
How long did Roland Mesnier work at the White House?
How long did Roland Mesnier work at the White House?
- 25 years
- 20 years
- 30 years
- 27 years (correct)
What was the reason Roland Mesnier was hired as the White House pastry chef?
What was the reason Roland Mesnier was hired as the White House pastry chef?
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What was notable about Roland Mesnier's dishes during his time at the White House?
What was notable about Roland Mesnier's dishes during his time at the White House?
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Study Notes
Roland Mesnier's Career and Legacy
- Roland Mesnier was a French-born pastry chef who worked at the White House for 27 years, serving five US presidents.
- He started his job at the White House in 1979 during Jimmy Carter's presidency and retired in 2004 under George W. Bush.
- Mesnier never served the same dish twice during his 27 years at the White House.
Early Life and Career
- Mesnier began his career at a village restaurant in France.
- He built his reputation in large hotels in Paris, Hamburg, London, and Bermuda before joining the White House staff.
Hiring and First Lady Rosalynn Carter
- Mesnier was hired after impressing first lady Rosalynn Carter with his promise to focus on lighter desserts, such as fruit.
Tributes
- Former first lady Hillary Clinton tweeted that she had "fond memories of Chef Mesnier".
Death
- Mesnier died on Friday at the age of 78 following a short illness.
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Learn about Roland Mesnier, the French-born White House pastry chef who served five US presidents from 1979 to 2004. Discover his career and legacy in the White House.
