Renato Poliafito

Renato Poliafito began his career as a designer in New York City after graduating from Skidmore College in 1996. Following years of print and online design work, he felt inclined to entertain his love for coffee and desserts. Being a self-taught cook (with a little inspiration from watching his mom in the kitchen), Renato changed career paths, trading his creative director status for that of café manager. Renato began working for Jack and Grace Lamb of Jewel Bako fame at their café, The Blue Goose, where he learned the intricate tricks of the trade. After a year of intensive training, research, and pinching pennies, Renato teamed with Matt Lewis to open Baked. Together, they work tirelessly to bring the New York masses outrageously delicious desserts made with the highest quality ingredients, and, of course, the perfect cup of coffee.