Founded by Mr. Gabriel Paillasson together with VALRHONA, the World Pastry Cup has become the most reputable and influential pastry competition in the world.

Every two years, the WPC brings together the very best young pastry talents in the world. After a selection process involving more than fifty national rounds and four continental selection events in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Europe, more than 20 teams will be qualified for the final in Lyon.

As the founder of WPC, the legendary pastry master Mr. Gabriel Paillasson has received two "Best Craftsman of France" distinctions (1972 Best Pastry Craftsman of France & 1976 Best Ice-Cream Craftsman of France) by the age of 29.  His name features in the 2007 edition of the Grand Larousse for Gastronomy.

 Gabriel Paillasson

In 2016，Mr.Philippe Rigollot , 2005 WPC Winner，2007 Best Pastry Craftsman of France, and Sinodis Resident MOF, became President of International Committee of WPC. 

Philippe Rigollot

In January 22th & 23th 2017 in Lyon，Team France has won the Gold prize. Team Japan and Team Switzerland were awarded respectively the Silver prize and Bronze Prize.

Gold Prize: France

Silver Prize: Japan

Bronze Prize: Switzerland

Best Chocolate Showpiece: Korea

Best Sugar Showpiece: British

Best Innovation: Sweden

Team Spirit: India

Chile

Egypt

U.S.A

Belgium

Malaysia

Singapore

Denmark