Pastry Special Awards 2023

The Pastry Special Awards 2023 celebrates the diversity of talents, the creativity and audacity, education, and the commitment to values such as seasonality and biodiversity.

Award of Honor

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In recognition of the lifetime achievement and legacy of a single pastry chef

World's Most Creative Pastry Chef Award

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A pastry chef demonstrating extraordinary creativity, whose technical skill pushes the craft of pastry into an art form

Pastry Opening of the Year AWard

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Impressive newcomers to the pastry scene that deserve recognition

Pastry Innovation Award

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Pastry chefs demonstrating new and creative business ideas

Pastry Game Changer Award

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An exceptional pastry chef who has campaigned to change pastry industry culture through commitment, engagement, and education

Pastry Ethical & Sustainability Award

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A pastry shop demonstrating exemplary dedication to ethical practices, sustainability and social responsibility within the workplace, industry and wider community

Pastry Artisan & Authenticity Award

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Pastry shops promoting the culinary heritage of a region or country through technique, creativity, and sourcing

Pastry Talent of the Year Award

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Most promising pastry chefs of the year (across bakeries, tea rooms, and dessert restaurants)

Best Afternoon Tea Award

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Exemplary afternoon tea experience, whether traditional or contemporary concept, with outstanding service and location

Best Pastry Shop Experience Award

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Breakthrough concept from a pastry shop or group in terms of products, design, and customer experience

Pastry Discovery Gem Award

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Sweet gem or bakeries, afternoon teas, or dessert restaurants for connoisseurs’ worth going the extra mile for