Profile: Chef Romain Cornu, Pastry Council Director, Club Coupe du Monde Team USA

By ChuckM

Born and raised in France, Romain Cornu’s journey into the world of pastry began in his father’s kitchen. The son of a pastry chef and restaurant owner, Chef Cornu was surrounded by the art of dessert creation from an early age. By the age of fifteen, he had already set his sights on a professional path in pastry, enrolling in Pastry School to specialize in chocolate, ice cream, and sugar arts.

From the Oven: Recent Noteworthy Pastry News and Updates

By ChuckM

The world of pastry is ever-changing, and at Pastry Team USA, we’re dedicated to staying at the cutting edge of this dynamic field. We’re excited to bring you a collection of stories that showcase the latest news. From emerging techniques to rising stars, and from global trends to essential updates, this roundup is your go-to source for what’s happening in the world of pastry. Join us as we explore the sweet future of this ever-evolving craft.

Profile: Chef En-Ming Hsu, Vice-President, Club Coupe du Monde Team USA

By ChuckM

En-Ming Hsu, a world-renowned pastry chef, has carved out a career that is as impressive as it is diverse. A graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, Hsu’s journey began in the elite kitchens of Lespinasse restaurant at New York City’s St. Regis Hotel and Patisserie Café Didier in Washington, D.C

Profile: Chef Ewald Notter, Coach – Sugar, Club Coupe du Monde Team USA

By ChuckM

Ewald Notter, born in Switzerland, is a globally renowned pastry chef, chocolatier, and confectionery artist whose name is synonymous with excellence in the world of modern pastry. His journey from a young pastry enthusiast to a towering figure in the industry has been marked by groundbreaking achievements and an unwavering dedication to his craft. Notter’s…

Profile: Chef Nathaniel Reid, Vice-President, Club Coupe du Monde Team USA

By ChuckM

Nathaniel Reid’s journey to becoming a celebrated pastry chef was anything but straightforward. Growing up in Farmington, Missouri, he spent his summers working in construction with his father, unaware that his true passion lay elsewhere. “The restaurant business isn’t in my heritage,” Chef Reid reflects. “You realize how much you want something by realizing how…