Brian Mercury, Executive Pastry Chef of Harvest, is setting himself up to become pastry royalty in Boston. He has honed his skills at a number of Boston area restaurants and includes Executive Pastry Chefs Dan Angelopolus of Henrietta's Table and Susan Abbott of Rialto, as mentors. Originally from Rochester, New York,  Brian made his way to Boston after graduating in 2004 from the Culinary Institute of America to work at the Charles Hotel. At Harvest, Brian adds a modern twist to well-loved desserts, using seasonal, local ingredients.