"The sweet aroma of success filled the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) in Las Vegas this week as four exceptional pastry professionals earned their tickets to Milan for the 2026 Panettone World Cup Grand Final. For the first time in the competition's history, bakers from across the Americas had their shot at glory - and they didn't disappoint. The Panettone World Cup - Americas Selection, held September 16, 2025, marked a watershed moment for the food and beverage industry in the Western Hemisphere."
"Panettone isn't just any holiday treat - it's what industry insiders call "the Mount Everest of leavened breads." This iconic Italian delicacy demands technical precision, patience, and an almost supernatural understanding of fermentation. The process can take days, with bakers nursing their dough through multiple rises while balancing moisture, temperature, and timing to achieve that signature light, airy crumb studded with candied fruits."
Four pastry professionals earned tickets to Milan for the 2026 Panettone World Cup Grand Final after winning at the International Baking Industry Exposition in Las Vegas. The Americas Selection, held September 16, 2025, brought together top bakers from the United States, Canada, Mexico, and South America (excluding Brazil and Peru). Panettone demands technical precision, patience, and a deep understanding of fermentation, often requiring days and multiple rises to achieve a light, airy crumb with candied fruits. Panettone represents the pinnacle of artisanal baking, commanding premium prices and demonstrating technical mastery. The competition featured two categories: Traditional, focusing on classic recipes, and Chocolate, a modern interpretation.
Read at Food & Beverage Magazine
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]