Confectionery is the art of making confections, which are food items that are rich in sugar and carbohydrates. It is a broad term that includes various items such as chocolates, candies, pastries, cakes, cookies, and other sweet treats that are commonly enjoyed as desserts or snacks. Confectionery is often made with a combination of ingredients like sugar, flour, dairy products, chocolate, nuts, fruits, and flavorings, and it is popularly consumed for its indulgent and enjoyable nature. The occupation of confectioner encompasses the categories of cooking performed by both the French patissier (pastry chef) and the confiseur (sugar worker). Confectionery is divided into two broad and somewhat overlapping categories: bakers confections and sugar confections. Bakers confectionery includes sweet pastries, cakes, and similar baked goods, but excludes everyday breads, and thus is a subset of products produced by a baker. A confectionery can refer to a place where candy is made or sold, or a confectioners shop.