# Maurizio Bonanomi

> Maurizio Bonanomi is the owner of Pasticceria Merlo in Pioltello (Milan) and a leading figure in the world of leavened cakes.

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The great leavened cakes

Maurizio Bonanomi is the owner of **Pasticceria Merlo** in Pioltello (Milan) and a **leading figure in the world of leavened cakes**. His path, rooted in the **tradition of Brianza**, has developed into a career built on technical rigour, artisan sensitivity and a constant search for quality.

His production philosophy **rules out any industrial compromise**, favouring a careful **selection of ingredients** and meticulous care at every stage of the production process.

He is a **founding member of the Accademia Maestri del Lievito Madre e del Panettone Italiano**. A profound expert in **live sourdough**, which he considers the beating heart of every great leavened cake, he has developed a technique based on natural balance and a full understanding of fermentation processes.

He is particularly admired for his **traditional panettone**, an expression of authentic craftsmanship, repeatedly **recognised in the main national competitions**. His work stands out for its ability to showcase ingredients in their purity, **without resorting to additives or semi-finished products**.