Qatar showcases the art of pastry on the Pastry World Cup stage
Qatari pastry today stands as a symbol of elegance, creativity, and cultural openness. At the crossroads of Arab, Persian, and Asian influences, it reflects the richness of a country where generosity, hospitality, and precision come together in perfect harmony.
Traditional sweets such as luqaimat, saffron or rose-infused pastries, and desserts made with dates and honey now inspire a new generation of chefs. These talents boldly combine the authentic flavors of the Gulf with contemporary pastry techniques, creating refined, balanced, and modern compositions.
With its participation in the Pastry World Cup, Qatar demonstrates its ambition to showcase its craftsmanship on the international stage. This milestone reflects a clear objective: to build a distinctive pastry identity—rooted in tradition yet driven by innovation—while promoting education, creativity, and skill transmission within the country.
Through this momentum, Qatar joins the ranks of the world’s great culinary nations. Its participation embodies a vision of pastry as an art form that unites precision, emotion, and excellence, telling the story of a nation whose culinary spirit continues to rise and inspire.
The candidates selected for the Qatar National Selection of the World Pastry Cup are Michele Stasi (Chocolate) and Johannes Pieterse (Sugar)!
Get ready for an extraordinary culinary showdown at Hospitality Qatar 2025!
Proudly hosted under the Bocuse d’Or and Pastry World Cup National Selections, this year’s competition brings together Qatar’s most talented chefs — each ready to showcase creativity, passion, and precision at the highest level of gastronomy.
These exceptional teams represent the future of Qatar’s culinary excellence and will compete for the honor of representing the nation on the world stage.
Join us from 28 to 30 October at DECC, and witness the artistry, dedication, and teamwork that define Qatar’s growing presence in global gastronomy.
