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A Folsom business whose owner has been making headlines on national television has earned another great recognition. Assemblyman and Folsom resident Josh Hoover announced last week that Julian’s Patisserie and Café has been named the March 2025 Small Business of the Month for the 7th Assembly District.
Founded in 2017 by Chef Julian Jimenez and his wife, Bailey, this exceptional local bakery has become a cherished part of the region, delighting customers with artisan croissants, fresh-baked pastries, and handcrafted desserts.
In his official resolution, Assemblyman Hoover stated that Julian’s Patisserie and Café ‘serves members of the community and represents the positive impact of family-owned businesses.’
The café, which now boasts two successful locations, has grown to serve a wider region of Northern California while remaining a beloved fixture in Folsom. ‘Julian and Bailey now own two successful locations, expanding their operations and serving a wider region of Northern California,’ Hoover’s resolution noted, highlighting the couple’s commitment to growing their business while maintaining a strong connection to their hometown.
Supported by his parents, Michael Jimenez and Susan Marangi, as well as his uncle, David Jimenez, Julian’s Patisserie and Café exemplifies the positive impact of family-owned businesses.
Julian’s passion for baking began in his grandmother’s kitchen, where he first discovered the joy of creating delicious pastries. ‘Julian found his love for baking in the kitchen alongside his grandmother,’ Hoover’s resolution reads, ‘he then spent many years growing his skills and gaining experience in various renowned resorts and cruise lines, and eventually decided to bring his passion back to his hometown.’
Honoring his roots, Julian has dedicated himself to using his craft to bring people together, preserving the sense of warmth and community that small businesses contribute to neighborhoods.
Assemblyman Hoover emphasized the impact of Julian’s efforts, stating, ‘It is truly a family business as Julian has the constant support of his parents, Michael Jimenez and Susan Marangi, his uncle, David Jimenez, and his children, Abby and Hudson Perrigo-Jimenez, demonstrating the important family bond that helps Julian’s Patisserie and Café grow and excel.’
Assemblyman Hoover praised Julian’s dedication, acknowledging the café as an example of excellence, service, and family in the 7th Assembly District.
His journey took him from the family kitchen to the world of fine dining, honing his craft aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines in Hawaii and later serving as Executive Pastry Chef at prestigious Las Vegas resorts, including Bellagio, Cosmopolitan, and Caesars Palace. Despite his success on the national stage, Julian’s heart remained in his hometown of Folsom, where he returned to open Julian’s Patisserie and Café in 2017.
In addition to running a thriving business, Julian is making waves on the national stage, competing in this season of Food Network’s Spring Baking Championship. No stranger to high-stakes competitions, Julian has previously showcased his talents on Holiday Wars, Cake Wars Christmas, and Halloween Wars. His exceptional skills in sugar artistry, chocolate work, and laminated dough creations have earned him a place among the country’s top pastry chefs.
With 13 talented bakers vying for the title, Julian is set to represent Folsom with creativity, precision, and passion.
“Julian and Bailey Jimenez have created more than just a bakery—they’ve built a community hub where people can come together over exceptional, handcrafted pastries,” Assemblyman Hoover remarked. “We are proud to recognize their hard work, talent, and passion, and we look forward to seeing their continued success both locally and on the national stage.”
Julian, Bailey and everyone involved with Julian’s Patisserie were honored for the recent recognition.
“We are so honored to apart of such a great community that supports its local businesses so much. We love you guys,” they shared with the community after being presented the resolution last week.
Julian’s Journey in the Spring Baking Championship
Julian’s journey on the Food Network’s Spring Baking Championship is deeply personal. He’s built a career rooted in passion and perseverance, working in prestigious kitchens aboard cruise ships and at major resorts in Las Vegas before returning home to open Julian’s Patisserie with his family.
His dedication to the craft and desire to inspire his children fuel his competitive spirit.
“I’ve worked a majority of my life to get here—worked on cruise ships, big hotels, big resorts in Las Vegas,” he said as he was featured in the most recent Folsom Times coverage of his progress in the competition. “Mainly, that’s really why I want to win it. I want to show my kids, you know, maybe all those years I spent saying I work very late, you know, it’s all for something.”
Julian’s journey on the Food Network’s Spring Baking Championship continues to captivate viewers, including many from Folsom who are cheering him on. After narrowly avoiding elimination in the third round, Julian remains a strong contender as he prepares to face the next challenge.
In the most recent episode, Julian showcased his exceptional baking skills by crafting an intricate dessert inspired by the essence of spring. His use of fresh, seasonal ingredients and his detailed sugar artistry left the judges impressed.The competition has been fierce, but Julian’s ability to think creatively under pressure has consistently earned him praise.
This past week, viewers saw Julian face a particularly tough challenge, where bakers were tasked with creating a show-stopping floral-themed cake. Despite the time constraints and intensity of the challenge, Julian delivered a stunning multi-tiered cake adorned with delicate sugar flowers and bold flavors. Judges commended his seamless technique, vibrant color palette, and well-balanced flavor combinations.
Fans and Folsom residents are already abuzz with excitement for the next episode, where Julian will tackle another complex challenge. His determination and passion for his craft shine through with each bake, making him a standout competitor in the series.
To follow Julian’s continued progress, tune into the Spring Baking Championship every Monday evening on Food Network. For an in-depth look at Julian’s latest performance and insights into his journey, read the Folsom Times’ latest coverage: Sweet Escape: Folsom’s Jimenez Skirts Elimination in Baking Championship 3rd Leg.
Josh Hoover represents Assembly District 7, which includes the cities of Citrus Heights, Folsom, and Rancho Cordova, as well as the unincorporated communities of Carmichael, Fair Oaks, Foothill Farms, Gold River, Mather, McClellan Park, North Highlands, Orangevale, and Rosemont.
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