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From September 21 to 27, 2026 in Shanghai, China, 36 young competitors from all over France will proudly represent our country at this […]

The World Bread Championship, an international baking competition based on the multidisciplinary skills of candidates assisted by a commis chef, and organized by the association Les Ambassadeurs du Pain, has revealed its top three. It illustrates […]

October 16: World Bread Day A true symbol of artisanal know-how, bread occupies a special place in the hearts and daily lives of French families. Much more […]

For its 40th edition, the “One of the Best Apprentices in France” Bakery competition will be held from September 15 to 18, 2025 in Auxerre (89), in the heart of […]

A benchmark event for career discovery, meet from October 16 to 18, 2025 at Parc Chanot in Marseille! Gathered for 3 days of tests and challenges, the 800 […]

The 5th edition of the Best of Mondial du Pain, organized by the Association of Bread Ambassadors, took place on June 4 and 5, 2025 on the site of the Universal Exhibition […]

The "French Baguette" stamp was voted the most beautiful stamp of the year at the 34th Stamp Awards Ceremony. The baguette stamp, an olfactory stamp […]

Paris will host the country's largest temporary bakery. From Thursday, May 1st to Sunday, May 11th, 2025, the forecourt of Notre-Dame Cathedral will be transformed into a veritable temple […]

Congratulations to Yannis Petenic, the overall winner of the 46th Best Pastry Apprentice of France 2025 Competition. Originally from the PACA region, Yannis brilliantly won the prestigious title rewarding his […]

On February 4, the Board of Directors of the General Confederation of Retail Food (CGAD) appointed Dominique Anract as the new president of the professional organization for a four-year term […]

The final of the National Master of the Best Pain au Chocolat competition took place on October 30th at the Salon du Chocolat in Paris. Organized by the National Confederation of French Bakery and Pastry, […]

It is with immense pride that France will host the 47th edition of the WorldSkills Competition, which will take place in Lyon from September 10 to 15, 2024. The competition […]

The Suresnes Baguette Show, organized by the City of Suresnes, the Boulangers du Grand Paris, Nutella and the National Confederation of French Bakery and Pastry, was held this Sunday, May 5. […]

From May 11th to 19th, the Bread Festival returns for its 27th edition. The theme will focus on the link between bread and sport in […]

On May 17, La Poste will issue a stamp depicting a French baguette. “The baguette transcends borders to become an international icon. The inscription of these skills […]

16 years after its last victory, France, represented by Franck FORTIER, Fabien NOLAY, Xavier SACRISTE and coached by Grégoire Bardet, won the 12th edition of the Coupe du […]

At the end of the three-hour competition for both juniors and professionals, the juries, chaired by Jeffrey Cagnes, delivered their verdict. The two finalists are: Matthias […]

Dominique Anract, President of the National Confederation of French Bakers and Pastry Makers, has been elected President of the UIBC, succeeding Günther Koerffer (Sweden). Through this global mandate, Dominique Anract […]

Thirteen finalists met this Monday, October 13, at the CUISINE MODE D'EMPLOI(S) school in Paris to reproduce the recipes presented: the final of the 16st […]

Under the presidency of Claire Heitzler, the call for applications for the 2024 edition of the French Dessert Championship has been launched. After an initial selection based on applications, the selected candidates participate […]

The French Pastry Cup was won by Haruka ATSUJI – chocolate candidate –, Jérémy MASSING – sugar candidate – and Mickaël GUYADER – ice cream candidate – […]

The starting signal has been given for the 9th edition of the French Schools' Cup in Bakery, Viennese Pastry and Pastry. The launch took place with the submission of more than […]

Congratulations to the 4 winners of the Bakery Class leading to the “One of the Best Craftsmen of France” diploma certification: Alex Laumain, candidate for the Best Of Mondial du Pain in […]

True to its commitment to pastry chefs to promote desserts on the plate, Cultures Sucre, an association representing the beet-sugar industry in France, is organizing the […]

The candidates had ten hours to prepare 42 tasting desserts – including “ice lollies” – and three artistic pieces, one of which was made of sculpted water ice around the theme of […]

Fréderic Lalos, Best Baker in France 1997, received the insignia of Knight of the National Order of Merit from Olivia Grégoire, Minister Delegate for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises, […]

Under the authority of the National Confederation of French Bakery and Pastry and the watchful eye of a jury composed of Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, World Bakery Champions […]

The 5th International Modern Bakery Convention was a resounding success. 210 participants came to discuss the commitment and challenges of the bakery and pastry industry […]

The National Confederation of Chocolatiers and Confectioners wished to highlight the elite of the winners of the CAP Chocolatier Confectioner by organizing the first edition of the MAF Chocolatier Confectioner. On November 8, […]

The National Confederation of French Bakery and Pastry organized the 1st edition of the Master du Pain au Chocolat on October 29, 2022, on the occasion of the Paris Chocolate Fair […]

The 7th edition of the Mondial des Arts Sucrés took place from October 28 to 31, 2022, at the Salon du Chocolat in Paris. 14 nations, including a female chef and […]

Organized by Honoré Le Mag magazine with the support of France Snacking andEKIP, the 5th edition of the International Convention of Modern Bakery (CIBM) ​​will be held in […]

The next Bakery World Cup will take place in January 2024 as part of the SIRHA-EUROPAIN International Trade Fair in PARIS. The Bakery World Cup is […]

On September 29, 2022, the Endowment Fund EKIP invites you to discover the Breads of the World during the Colloquium which will be held at the Vivacity Auditorium /AG2R La Mondiale Paris […]

On January 6, the Maison de la Formation in Poitiers (86) was the setting for the Centre Ouest Final of the Championship and it was Eric BOUCHENOIRE, Chef de cuisine of the […]

… of Knight of the Legion of Honor It was during the traditional Galette des Rois at the Elysée that President Macron presented this distinction to Dominique Anract, President […]

To take into account the health situation at the start of the year, the show has been postponed until the end of March 2022. Let's all meet from March 26 to 29, 2022 at the Paris […]

As part of the SERBOTEL – Nantes trade fair, five teams were in the running to win the Pellon d’Or: Belgium, Spain, France, Italy, and the Netherlands. For this 5st edition […]

On October 6, the George Baptiste High School in Canteleu (76) hosted the final of the 47th edition of the French Dessert Championship, under the Presidency of Philippe […]

The competition for the Best Traditional Baguette in Paris took place on September 24th. The winner will become the official supplier to the Élysée Palace for the year […]

On September 14, 2021, the headquarters of the Boulangers du Grand Paris organized the 10th edition of the National Competition. 126 participants, from 19 metropolitan departments, were in the running to win […]

At the last Board of Directors meeting, Karine FOREST – Managing Director of Minoterie Forest – was unanimously elected President. For the 30th anniversary of the Study Circle of the […]

It's the start of classes and training, the launch of new products, and the desire to rediscover moments of sharing and conviviality. Our members are looking forward to welcoming you […]

This weekend of July 3 and 4, 2021, the Élysée Palace hosted the second edition of the Grande Exposition du Made en France. This year, it was not […]

After regional selections which saw 25 candidates compete on the theme of “return to regional roots”, on Monday June 28, the final took place with 5 candidates in the running […]

On Thursday, June 24, 2021, the Alexandre Dumaine Vocational High School in Macon (71) hosted the regional final of the championship. There were 12 candidates competing for the title of Regional Champion […]

Syfab (Union of Manufacturers of Intermediate Products for Baking and Pastry) is launching its YouTube channel. Every four months, a new video will cover topics that will enable students […]

It was in the prestigious setting of the Manufacture Nationale des Gobelins in Paris that the Stars et Métiers awards ceremony took place on June 3, a trophy co-organized […]

On May 18 and 19, 2021, the Lycée François Rabelais in If (14) hosted the national finals for the title of Best Butter Croissant in Isigny. […]

May 20: It's European Maritime Day. It's an opportunity to remember that our members equip many civilian and military vessels, cruise ships so that everyone can find a […]

Today we celebrate Saint Honoré – the patron saint of bakers. A wonderful day to celebrate bread and baguettes, and to thank all the professionals who allow us to enjoy these little […]

The CNBPF – National Confederation of Bakery and Pastry – has just joined ADELPHE. For Dominique Anract, this is the Confederation's desire to help […]

On Tuesday, May 4, 2021, the Lycée Hôtelier Saint Michel de Blanquefort (33) welcomed the candidates of the regional selection Center West of the Championship. It is under the Presidency of Jordane […]

Jean-Philippe GIRARD wanted to sell the company he created 32 years ago, the project led by company executives was finalized this Thursday, April 29, 2021. […]

Yesterday, April 27, 2021, the Charles Cros Professional High School in Carcassonne (11) hosted the regional final of the Championship under the Presidency of MOF Franck PUTELAT, chef of the Michelin-starred restaurant […]

Due to new regulations related to the health crisis, the selections have been postponed for a few weeks. New schedule 

On March 31, 2021, Claire Morenvillez was appointed President of Cultures Sucre. She succeeds Cyril Lesaffre, who held the position for the past three years. […]

… of the Snacking d’Or. From February 23 to March 15, more than 167 votes were recorded to designate the 500 winners of the Snacking d’Or 31 and […]

Today, March 20, marks the 16th edition of Macaron Day. Created in 2005 by Pierre Hermé and the Association des Relais Desserts, which brings together the best pastry chefs in […]

… No less than 150 tonnes of bread are wasted each year, representing 000% of production. Since the launch of its application in […]

Officially celebrated by the UN since March 8, 1975, this day is an opportunity to honor all those who work for an egalitarian future in a world where […]

The French Academy of Chocolate has confirmed the organization of the French Cup for Young Chocolatiers and Confectioners. Due to the current health situation, this edition will take place without an audience and will be limited to […]

In 2020, DGF expanded its offerings to support professionals by creating the Welcome Pack. This year also enabled the distributor to strengthen its territorial network to be […]