Marius French Bakery

Welcome to Marius French Bakery
At Marius French Bakery, French baking tradition meets artisanal excellence.
Founded by three passionate French bakers, Marius brings the authentic taste of France to every loaf, viennoiserie, pastry, and dessert we create. Every product is handcrafted using time-honored French techniques, exceptional ingredients, and an uncompromising commitment to quality.

One of the foundations of our bakery is our commitment to natural sourdough fermentation. Every artisan loaf is made using our own house-maintained sourdough cultures, refreshed daily according to traditional French methods.

We work with several natural sourdough starters including wheat, rye, Khorasan, and einkorn each bringing its own unique flavor, aroma, texture, and character to the bread. This slow fermentation process, taught at the École Internationale de Boulangerie (EIDB) in France, develops exceptional taste, a beautiful crust, an open crumb, and outstanding keeping quality.
At Marius, we believe great bread cannot be rushed. Time, craftsmanship, and respect for tradition are the essential ingredients behind every loaf we bake.
Our Team

Nicolas Vivien Founder & Head Baker
A graduate of the École Internationale de Boulangerie (EIDB) in France, Nicolas specializes in traditional French breadmaking and naturally leavened artisan breads. His vision is to bring genuine French bakery culture to the United States while honoring the methods, discipline, and craftsmanship passed down through generations of French bakers.

Dylan Production Manager
A graduate of the prestigious Boulanger et Pâtisserie au Levain Français program, Dylan oversees daily production with precision, consistency, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. His expertise ensures that every loaf leaving our ovens reflects the highest standards of French artisan baking.

Mathis Pastry Manager
Mathis leads our pastry and viennoiserie production with creativity, precision, and respect for French tradition. Combining refined technique with carefully selected ingredients, he crafts elegant pastries and desserts that celebrate the richness of French pâtisserie.

Together, we are proud to share our passion for authentic French baking and to bring a little piece of France to St. Charles—one loaf, one croissant, and one pastry at a time.