Chef John Kraus, celebrated for his mastery in pastry and deep dedication to the craft, has been appointed as Secretary of Club Coupe du Monde Team USA. With his extensive experience as a competitor, educator, and owner of Minneapolis-based Patisserie 46, this new role further solidifies his position as a vital contributor to the advancement of American pastry arts.
As preparations intensify for the 2027 Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie in Lyon, France, Club Coupe du Monde Team USA has secured a valuable new partner. Truffly Made, a renowned name in confectionery tools and equipment, has been announced as a platinum sponsor for the team, bringing cutting-edge technology to support their efforts in the prestigious international pastry competition.
Club Coupe du Monde Team USA is proud to announce the renewed support of two key partners — Valrhona and Midwest Imports Ltd. — as the team prepares for the prestigious 2027 Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie in Lyon, France. Valrhona, the founding partner of the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, and Midwest Imports Ltd., a gold-level partner, have both reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to supporting Pastry Team USA’s journey toward excellence on the world stage.
Once again, this French chocolate powerhouse is stepping forward as a critical partner of Club Coupe du Monde Team USA in its pursuit of excellence at the 2027 competition. With a storied history dating back to the event’s inception in 1989, Valrhona’s support has been integral to the evolution and success of both Pastry Team USA and pastry chefs globally.
Club Coupe du Monde Team USA is proud to announce the renewal of its longstanding partnership with Midwest Imports Ltd. for the 2027 Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, to be held in Lyon, France. Midwest Imports Ltd., a premier supplier of high-quality ingredients and pastry equipment, will continue to support the U.S. pastry team, helping them in their preparation and training for the world’s most prestigious pastry competition.
Club Coupe du Monde Team USA is committed to inspiring excellence, creativity, innovation, pride, competitiveness, fraternity, and emotion in pastry professionals.
Club Coupe du Monde Team USA is also dedicated to promoting transmission, exploration, vision and advancement of both the artistic and scientific realms of the Pastry Arts. The Club seeks, recognizes, and support 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 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.
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.
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