08/19/2026
🌰✨ Double the Inspiration, double the creativity.
This Almond & Passion Fruit Tart showcases the perfect pairing of ALMOND INSPIRATION and PASSION FRUIT INSPIRATION, combining rich roasted almond notes with vibrant, tangy passion fruit for a beautifully balanced flavor experience. Created by École Valrhona, this recipe is designed to inspire pastry professionals to push flavor boundaries and elevate every creation.
What INSPIRATION flavor do you want to see next? Drop your creations in the comments.
👉 Discover the full recipe and explore the endless possibilities of the Inspiration range:
https://www.valrhona.us/our-recipes/recipes/all-our-recipes/almond-passion-fruit-tart
08/18/2026
A taste of New Orleans through a French lens. 🇫🇷⚜️
Inspired by the city’s deep French roots, La Boulangerie’s () sister restaurant Gianna () hosts the Chocolate Beignet. Which was crafted by Executive Pastry Chef, Maggie Scales and Sous Chef Suzanne (), transforming a NOLA classic with rich Valrhona chocolate. What started as a creative kitchen idea became a bakery favorite, marrying French pastry tradition with New Orleans soul.
Filled with our P125 and dusted with our Cocoa Powder.
“We wanted to create something that felt both familiar and unexpected. The chocolate beignet is our way of honoring tradition while making it our own.” – Sous Chef Suzanne
🍫 Made with Valrhona chocolate.
✨ Crafted in New Orleans.
🥐 Inspired by French pastry heritage.
Which pastry looking the most mouth-watering to you? Let us know in the comments 👇️
Craving more pastry finds? Follow along for guides from cities around the U.S., and tap the link in our bio to read more about La Boulangerie.
08/11/2026
🍓 What’s your favorite way to showcase strawberries in dessert? Let us know in the comments!
Discover this stunning Strawberry Shortcake made with STRAWBERRY INSPIRATION, an original creation by Chef Emma Fitzpatrick (), where bright strawberry notes meet delicate textures and premium chocolate craftsmanship.
Recipe Highlights
✨Strawberry Inspiration Mousse made with STRAWBERRY INSPIRATION
✨White Chocolate Milk Crumble made with OPALYS 33%
✨Whipped White Chocolate Ganache made with OPALYS 33%
✨Sea Salt Tuile
✨Strawberry Fluid Gel
✨Pavlova Shell
The final assembly brings together creamy mousse, crisp pavlova, crunchy crumble, fresh strawberries, and a touch of flaky sea salt for the perfect balance of sweetness, texture, and flavor. Full recipe in the link in bio or on valrhona.us.
💬 Would you add your own twist to this dessert? Tell us your favorite strawberry pairing in the comments below and tag a pastry chef or dessert lover who needs to see this!
08/06/2026
Discover this month's Cercle V Calendar winners! 👇 Which creation speaks to you most — #1 or #2? Let us know in the comments.
✨ “Smoked Chocolate & Prune” by , Pastry Chef at .�Inspired by the vineyards of Les Sources de Caudalie, Chef Anthony Chénoz reimagines the vine branch as a striking dessert. GUANAJA 70% smoked chocolate ice cream, tangy chocolate crémeux, burnt prune notes, and a warm chocolate sauce come together in a tribute to terroir and craftsmanship.
✨ “Chocolate Cardamom Dessert” by , Pastry Chef at .�A celebration of cultural influences, this dessert combines Valrhona chocolate, jaggery, and cardamom, paired with smoked Norohy vanilla ice cream. A harmonious blend of Asian and Middle Eastern flavors in every bite. ✨🍫
Tune in each month to meet this year’s Cercle V Calendar winners. You can also explore all the 2026 winners via the link in our bio! 🤎
07/30/2026
Meet Pastry Team USA 2027 ✨🍨
We’re proud to announce Chef Nicholas Forte () as the Ice Candidate for Pastry Team USA 2027! 🇺🇸
Chef Forte’s journey from studying kinesiology at UNLV to becoming Corporate Pastry Chef for Tao Group Hospitality’s West Coast properties is a testament to passion, creativity, and dedication. Trained at the French Pastry School and shaped by roles at some of the industry’s most respected kitchens, he has built a reputation for combining technical excellence with innovative dessert artistry.
Known for creating desserts that are as beautiful as they are delicious, Chef Forte also brings a strong commitment to mentorship and leadership, inspiring the next generation of pastry professionals.
We’re thrilled to have Chef Forte represent the United States as our Ice Candidate on the for the 2027 Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie. ✨🇺🇸🍨
👉️ Get to know Chef Forte via the link in our bio!
What is the Pastry World Cup Americas Selection? 🏆️👨🍳
The Pastry World Cup Americas Selection is the continental qualifying event that brings together the best pastry teams from across the Americas to compete for a place in the Pastry World Cup Final. On July 25, 2026, seven countries—Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, and the United States—will showcase their creativity, technical expertise, and innovation in New Orleans.
07/30/2026
✨ Last Saturday, the Americas Selection of the Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie brought together seven teams in New Orleans for an extraordinary showcase of creativity, artistry, and technical excellence.
Congratulations to the four teams whose outstanding performances earned them a podium finish and qualification for the Grand Final:
🥇1st Place — United States of America 🇺🇸 ()
Sugar: Jordan Snider ()
Chocolate: Francois Behuet ()
Ice: Nicholas Forte ()
🥈2nd Place — Mexico 🇲🇽
Sugar: Omar Robles (.omarr)
Chocolate: Roxana Flores ()
Ice: Rocha Gomez ()
🥉3rd Place — Paraguay 🇵🇾
Sugar: Johanna Borgognon ()
Chocolate: Chiara Pederzani ()
Ice: Tomas Emanuel Arrua ()
🏆️4th Place —Argentina 🇦🇷
Sugar: Agustin Bazan ()
Chocolate: Gonzalo Jimenez (.gonzo)
Ice: Emiliana Amandio (.amandio)
From breathtaking chocolate, sugar, and ice sculptures to exceptional tasting creations, each team demonstrates the passion, innovation, and craftsmanship that define the future of pastry. We also congratulate every chef who proudly represents their country on today’s international stage. 👏✨
As the continues, , , and are proud to support the talented teams and chefs who make this journey possible. 🏆
READ ARTICLE HERE: https://www.valrhona.us/news-events/news-and-events/americas-selection-pastry-world-cup
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