ABOUT

Michele Halwaji, Founder and Executive Pastry Chef, Maison Halwa

Hal·wa·ji - /ˈhel-wʌ-ji/ The family of sweet-makers.

FIRST PLACE WINNER OF GIRL SCOUT COOKIE CHAMPIONSHIP ON FOOD NETWORK S1 E2

As seen on Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen S1 E4

Maison Halwa, brain child of Michele Halwaji, started out as a small home based cake and dessert catering business and expanded to the Mile End in Montreal, Quebec. Maison Halwa is a pastry shop specializing in small batch desserts and confections that are creative, flavor forward, and aesthetically unique. Ironically, she doesn’t have much of a sweet tooth but Michele finds joy in being the sweetener in other’s lives with her treats. All of her work has an aesthetic that incorporates the occasion and joy of the moment. From your child’s first birthday treats, to a wedding or an award winning Food Network competition cake, Michele Halwaji is a master of her craft, and determined to make your special event unforgettable.