Paul Gauweiler–The Santa of Bakers
By C. MacDonald
For more than 60 years, Paul Gauweiler has brought so much wonder and joy to people around the world, especially during the holidays, that some call him “the Santa of Bakers.” He has baked cakes for U.S. military troops in Afghanistan, provided “wow” pastries for “American Idol,” and regularly prepares the mouth-watering desserts for Disneyland’s Club 33. But what “Santa Paul” is best known for internationally, is his acclaimed “Baumkuchens” (also known as tree cakes) that can be shipped for special events. Thanks goodness Paul’s mom never told him: “If you can’t stand the heat, stay out of the kitchen.” Read more about Paul, or call The Cake Box: (714) 842-9132 / cakeboxpastries.com
1. Paul pours layer by layer on a rotating spit in front of dozens of gas-fired flames that brown each layer.
2. They have at least 8 layers and as many as 20 with flavors such as apricot, almond and chocolate.
3. Forty inches is the tallest Baumkuchen, which serves up to 140 people.
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