
The most prestigious international competition dedicated to the art of artisan gelato
Gelato World Cup: the world challenge of master gelato makers
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Gelato World Cup 2026 - 11th edition
Since 2003, the Gelato World Cup has been the biennial event that celebrates the excellence, creativity, and passion of the world’s finest artisanal gelato professionals. A one-of-a-kind competition where teams from across the globe compete in 8 spectacular challenges focused on technique, flavor, aesthetics, and artistic skill — all striving for the coveted title of World Champion.
Each edition is a journey through cultures, traditions, and innovation, starring master gelato makers, pastry chef and culinary artists. The Gelato World Cup is more than just a competition: it’s a global celebration of talent, Italian excellence, and the future of artisanal gelato.
A total of twelve nations are competing: Argentina, Belgium, China, Ecuador, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Peru, Singapore and South Korea.