A young Kazakh confectioner, Sabina Tanatarova, is training at France's prestigious Le Cordon Bleu to redefine pastry in Kazakhstan.
Tanatarova, 20, spoke with The Astana Times about turning her hobby into a profession and her plans to advance Kazakhstan's confectionery scene.
I think that during that time, many people discovered new hobbies for themselves while sitting at home and I was one of them
She discovered her passion for baking during the COVID-19 pandemic, when many people sought the therapeutic benefits of baking.
Author's summary: Sabina Tanatarova trains at Le Cordon Bleu.