Lawrence Lai, age 53, passed away on April 29, due to complications from esophageal cancer. Born in Taiwan and raised in San Francisco, he had a passion for design and food, reflected in his bakery, Craftsman and Wolves, which he co-founded with his wife Ann Lee in 2012. The bakery was known for innovative pastries and had expanded locations, driven by Lai's exceptional vision and collaborative spirit. He was remembered fondly by colleagues for his warmth, generosity, and dedication to sharing work within the culinary community.
"He was energized by the idea of sharing their work. He was a champion for us."
"Craftsman and Wolves is a collaboration based on a shared vision for a different patisserie experience and pastry aesthetics."
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