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Gelato World Cup - giuria

The most prestigious international competition dedicated to the art of artisan gelato

Gelato World Cup: the world challenge of master gelato makers

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 9 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.

 

Teams in competition: Argentina, Belgium, China, Ecuador, France, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Peru, Poland and Singapore.

 

CONTEST TRIALS:

  • Fruit mistery box

  • Gelato cake

  • Gelato single portion in glass

  • Sticks

  • Gelato snacks

  • Entrée with gourmet gelato

  • Marron glacé tronchetto

  • Chocolate sculpture

  • Artistic piece from chocolate block  

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