Born in Caen, France, François Behuet discovered his passion for the art of pastry and chocolate at an early age. A 14-year-old François decided he would pursue pastry as his career. He desired to create and advance the art of traditional pastries, as well as to produce chocolate with an artistic touch. In 2004, Behuet…
Leading up to the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, the most prestigious pastry competition in the world, we are spotlighting all the members of Team U.S.A. Along with Chef Julie Eslinger, Chef Jordan Snider recently won the silver medal at the Americas Continental Selection in Santiago, Chile. With this win, Team U.S.A. has secured…
Club Coupe du Monde Team U.S.A. won the silver medal at the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie’s Americas Continental Selection in Santiago, Chile. They, along with Chile (Gold Medal) and Argentina (Bronze Medal) will join the winners from the European selection: the United Kingdom, Sweden, and Denmark, as well as France. The final…
On Wednesday, 13 July 2022, Team U.S.A. captured the silver medal at the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie’s Americas Continental Selection in Santiago, Chile. Competing against six other countries, Team U.S.A.’s medal-winning creations were based on the theme “Casino.” With this win, Team U.S.A. qualifies for a spot at the Coupe du Monde de…
Club Coupe du Monde Team U.S.A. won the silver medal at the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie’s Americas Continental Selection in Santiago, Chile. Taking place over five hours on Wednesday, 13 July 2022, they, along with Chile (Gold Medal) and Argentina (Bronze Medal) will join the winners from the European selection: the United Kingdom,…
The mission of Club Coupe du Monde Team USA encompasses the exploration and progress in both the artistic and scientific realms of food preparation and food service. Biennially, the Club actively seeks and recognizes America’s top pastry culinary educators, researchers, and food service professionals. These exceptional individuals are chosen to represent the United States and compete against the world’s finest pastry chefs at the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie in Lyon, France.
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, extend shelf life, 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.
Over the years, more than 50 nations have taken part in the various continental selection and final events. The top teams are invited to compete in the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie. The competition typically takes place on the 2nd and 3rd day of the SIRHA trade exhibition. The Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie takes place biennially in the odd years during the month of January at the Eurexpo venue in Lyon, France.
