The Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie
Founded in Lyon in 1989, the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie remains the world’s most prestigious pastry competition, bringing together the finest talents in a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and excellence.
1989
Created by the visionary Gabriel Paillasson, twice awarded Meilleur Ouvrier de France in Pastry and Ice Cream, the competition transformed the pastry world by creating an international stage where nations compete at the highest level. His influence extended far beyond competition, inspiring generations of pastry professionals worldwide.
Following his passing in 2025, the 2026 Asian Pastry Cup — marking its 20th Anniversary — was dedicated to his memory, in tribute to the founder whose vision shaped modern international pastry competition.
Since 2021
The presidency of the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie has been held by Pierre Hermé, one of the most respected names in contemporary pastry, continuing the competition’s legacy of excellence and innovation.
2006
In Asia, this same spirit led to the creation of the Asian Pastry Cup, founded in Singapore in 2006 by Chef Vincent Bourdin, establishing the continent’s premier pastry competition platform and official gateway to the world stage.
For nearly two decades, Asian Pastry Cup has identified and elevated Asia’s finest pastry talents, contributing to the global prestige of the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie.
Today, the world’s best teams qualify through continental selections before meeting in Lyon for the Grand Final.
As Asia’s largest and most established pastry competition platform, the Asian Pastry Cup proudly continues this legacy celebrating talent, transmission, innovation, and the future of pastry excellence.