Meet the Chef: Rabii Saber, Club Coupe du Monde Team USA 2017

By ChuckM

As part of our ongoing “Meet the Chef” series, we are delighted to present Chef Rabii Saber, the Executive Pastry Chef at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World. Chef Saber was a valuable member of Club Coupe du Monde Team USA in 2017, alongside Chefs Bill Foltz, Victor Dagatan, and Robert Nieto.…

The Basics of Pastry: Marzipan

By ChuckM

Though marzipan might not have gained as much popularity in the United States, it is a delightful and sweet delicacy cherished in various regions worldwide. Today, on January 12, as we celebrate National Marzipan Day, we hope to change that perception. Marzipan throughout the world Serious Eats says that the origin of marzipan is often…

The Basics of Pastry: A primer on bittersweet chocolate

By ChuckM

In celebration of National Bittersweet Chocolate Day on January 10th, let’s delve into a brief narrative about the enchanting and delicious world of bittersweet chocolate. Once upon a time, in the lush landscapes of Central and South America, ancient civilizations cultivated and cherished a divine treasure – the cacao bean. Little did they know that…

Recipe: Chef Jacquy Pfeiffer’s Galette des Rois #2

By ChuckM

Years ago, the mention of crafting a galette des rois evoked a singular image – a circular confection of almond cream encased in puff pastry. Concealed within this delectable treat was a fève, a miniature trinket, and on top a gold crown – typically fashioned out of cardboard. The person who found the fève was…

The Basics of Pastry: All purpose traditional puff pastry

By ChuckM

A viennoiserie or dessert made with puff pastry is one of the most delicious things on the planet. It’s ethereal, light, buttery, and crunchy. Yes, the flaky layers get all over your clothes and the table, but that is part of the experience. Besides, who hasn’t poked their fingers on the crumbs and shards and…

ABOUT CLUB COUPE DU MONDE DE LA PÂTISSERIE TEAM USA

Founded in 1988 by former White House pastry chef, the late Roland Mesnier, Club Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie Team USA is committed to inspiring excellence, creativity, innovation, pride, competitiveness, fraternity and emotion in pastry professionals.

Club Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie Team USA is also dedicated to promoting the sharing, the exploration, the vision and the advancement of both the artistic and scientific realms of the Pastry Arts.

The Club seeks, recognizes and supports America’s best pastry chefs to represent the United States in the prestigious Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie in Lyon, France.

With 50 participating countries, this biannual event is the most prestigious pastry competition in the world.

Club Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie Team USA welcomes pastry chefs at all levels in their careers – from culinary students to seasoned professionals, as well as amateur bakers and pastry aficionados. 

We encourage those eager to take part to innovate in pastry preparation, explore unique taste combinations and showcase creative presentation styles.

Our mission is to bring continuous innovation to the pastry profession, while maintaining a deep respect for its rich history. Through this approach, we aim to consistently propel the field forward by tapping into the talents of our participants. We aim to build an impressive team ready to compete at the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie.

(SIRHA) PASTRY WORLD CUP (COUPE DU MONDE DE LA PÂTISSERIE): PASTRY REVOLUTION

Founded in 1989, the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie is an international competition representing different trades in the pastry industry including pastry chefs, ice cream specialists, chocolatiers, and confectioners. 

Pastry is emerging in the contemporary world. The desserts are now combining their sensitivity to technicality, to the new architectural and sensory expressions. Nothing stops the sweet creators of the 21st century. And since the world is moving on, the Pastry World Cup is changing dimension, with a completely rethought universal identity. Product sourcing, natural tastes, precise gestures, team spirit are combined for an intense and visionary baking experience.

Pastry World Cup is organized by the global brand Sirha Food®, part of the GL events group.

For more information: www.cmpatisserie.com/en

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