[1] He studied at the Centre d'enseignement et de recherches des industries alimentaires et chimiques [fr] (CERIA) and the Infobo of Uccle.

[4] Visiting the chocolaterie of Maurice Bernachon, he was inspired by the artisanal methods of the Lyonese, henceforth considering him one of his mentors, along with the pâtissier Gaston Lenôtre.

[citation needed] Marcolini has collaborated with other creatives such as the stylist Olympia Le-Tan and fashion label Kitsuné.

[17] As of July 2013, he is a member of the jury of culinary reality TV show Qui sera le prochain grand pâtissier?

[2] In January 2015, Marcolini received the honorary title of "Officier de l'Ordre du Mérite Agricole" (officer of the order of agricultural merit).