Christina Tosi

Christina Tosi is a renowned American pastry chef, entrepreneur, and author, best known as the founder of the innovative dessert company Milk Bar. Born in 1981 in Ohio and raised in Virginia, she studied electrical engineering before shifting her focus to baking and food science. After attending the French Culinary Institute in New York, Tosi worked with prestigious restaurants like WD~50 and Momofuku, where her creativity and rule-breaking approach to baking gained her national recognition.

As an author, Christina Tosi has written several popular cookbooks, including Momofuku Milk Bar, Milk Bar Life, and All About Cookies. Her books blend recipes, personal stories, and her signature playful tone—bringing professional baking into home kitchens with an approachable, fun-loving spirit. She is widely credited with creating cult favorites like Cereal Milk ice cream, Compost Cookies, and Crack Pie, which reflect her imaginative style and nostalgic inspirations.

Tosi is known for her energetic, motivational quotes that inspire both bakers and creatives. She often says, “Rules are a great place to start, but they’re not a great place to stop.” Reflecting on her career and passion, she’s shared: “I believe in the power of dessert. It brings people together, it breaks down walls, it fuels dreams.” Another fan-favorite: “Never underestimate the power of a cookie.” Through her words and work, Christina Tosi continues to encourage joy, innovation, and unapologetic sweetness in and out of the kitchen.