Excellence
of pastry

Live raw materials
The climatic episodes of the summer have direct consequences on the supplies of
Pastry chefs. Burned vegetation, weakened dairy sector, losses of up to 50% of
Annual tonnages for certain cultures: additional pressure on already existing houses
subject to persistent commodity inflation.

A new competition for the Paris-Brest: The Confédération Nationale des Artisans Pâtissiers is launching the first edition of the Grand Prix du Paris-Brest, dedicated to the classic interpretation of this iconic specialty. No revision, no formal daring: the competition is based on a faithful execution, judged blindly. The final will be held at the Salon du Chocolat in late October.

Guanaja is celebrating its 40th anniversary
In 1986, Valrhona launched Guanaja, the first 70% dark chocolate and a true revolution for the
profession. Forty years later, this iconic cover has lost none of its relevance. To
Frédéric Bau, Guanaja is above all a blend conceived as a wine, capable of crossing the
Generations. A birthday that was worth celebrating.