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The Louis Lesaffre Cup 2009/2011
The Louis Lesaffre Cup,
a baking competition that sets a benchmark.
The Louis Lesaffre Cup is now an unmissable event in the world of baking.
More than just a competition, the Louis Lesaffre Cup is an apprenticeship course, a developer of talents, a chance for interaction and a unique professional and human experience.
The third edition, which is officially launched in September 2009, brings together the best teams of bakers from all over the world, who will compete in the Bakery World Cup at the Europain Show in 2012.
During the 2nd edition, 6 000 bakers from 40 countries went through 90 selection rounds. Only the very finest examples of international baking talent take part in this unparalleled event.
The fundamental values of the Louis Lesaffre Cup are:
- Creativity
- Team spirit
- Excellence
The Timetable in two steps
2009 – 2010:
Louis Lesaffre Cup national selection rounds.
The aim of these selection rounds is to form a national team of three bakers who will represent their country during the Louis Lesaffre Cup international selection rounds.
Each of the candidates in a team is specialised in one of the following 3 categories: Loaves, Viennese Pastries and Artistic Piece.
Refer to the international selection details
2010 – 2011:
Louis Lesaffre Cup international selection rounds..
The international selection rounds take place on all 5 continents, which gives various cultures the chance to enter the Bakery World Cup.
Regions | Probable date | Location |
|---|---|---|
America | September 26-29 2010 | IBIE Show (Las Vegas – United States) |
Mediterranea / Africa | March 22-25 2011 | Salon CREMAI (Casablanca – Morocco) |
Pacific Asia | May 26-28 2011 | Salon Interbake (Canton - China) |
Europe | January 22-26 2011 | Salon SIRHA (Lyon - France) |
Following these selection rounds, nine teams will earn the right to compete in the 2012 Bakery World Cup.