The second Asian Pastry Young Chefs Challenge (APYC) 2025 marked a historic milestone as China’s first national young pastry chef competition to receive endorsement from the World Association of Chefs’ Societies (Worldchefs). The event was organized in collaboration with the China Cuisine Association, Guangdong (China) Imported Food Association, Constellar Worldex, and JIYI (Shenzhen) Cultural Planning Committee. It took place from September 26-28, 2025, during the Guangzhou Import and Export Commodity Fair.
This Worldchefs-endorsed event continues to gain momentum, achieving recognition both within China and internationally. This year, APYC welcomed teams from nine Asian countries and regions. Teams included China, Indonesia, South Korea, Singapore, Maldives, Hong Kong China, Macau China, Sri Lanka and Vietnam.
Blending Tradition, Innovation, and Sustainability
The theme was “BAKING WITH NATURE: A Challenge of Flavour and Sustainability.” Participants showcased their creativity by combining traditional pastry skills with modern techniques, promoting cultural exchange and culinary collaboration. The championship encourages participants to use eco-friendly ingredients and apply innovative baking techniques. They also are challenged to incorporate regional cultural elements to promote sustainable practices in the pastry industry.
A diverse and talented group of individuals joined this year’s competition.
Please find below the summary of participants registered for the Asian Pastry Art Challenge – Individual Categories:
Grand Total: 78 Participants
Patisserie Art Displays Total: 36 participants
Open Category: 19 participants
Young Chefs Category: 17 participants
Individual Classic Fruit and Vegetable Carving, Total: 24 participants
Open Category: 1 participant
Young Chefs Category: 23 participants
The Ultimate Durian Dessert Challenge 2025
Live Dessert Challenge: 16 participants
Thank You to Our Judges
This year’s competition was made possible by the strong support of Worldchefs Continental Pastry Judges:
Chef Ringo Chan (Hong Kong), Chef Eric Kim (Korea), Chef Gary Lim (Singapore).
They served as Assistant Chief Judges and also acted as auditors of the final competition scores, ensuring that the scoring procedures were fair and accurate.
Together with four other certified Continental Pastry Judges:
Chef Lim Kim Wah (Singapore), Chef Roger Fok (Hong Kong), Chef Cherry Lee (Vietnam) and Chef Mohammad (Maldives)
Led by International Pastry Judge Kenny Kong as Chairman of the Jury, the judging panel upheld the highest international standards of excellence throughout the event.
After seven hours of intense and inspiring competition, the official results of the Asian Pastry Art Challenge 2025 were announced as follows:
🏆 Champion
Singapore Team
Best Artistic Showpiece
Best Plated Dessert
🥈 First Runner-Up
Hong Kong Team
Best Chocolate Pralines
🥉 Second Runner-Up
South Korea Team
Best Chocolate Cake
🌟 Special Awards
Indonesia Team
Best Media Chocolate Degustation
Gold Medal
China Team
Silver Medal
Best Team Spirit
Bronze Medals
Vietnam, Macau China, Sri Lanka, and Maldives Teams
Congratulations to all participating teams for their outstanding creativity, craftsmanship, and dedication. This year’s challenge showcased the incredible talent and diversity across Asia’s pastry community.
It garnered significant attention, with a live broadcast reportedly reaching 1.1 million views across its two-day stream.
Additionally, the Asian Pastry Young Chefs Challenge received approval from China Post, which launched a First Day Cover with Stamp on September 25-27, 2025, commemorating this milestone event.
To learn more about Worldchefs endorsement or to endorse your next event, visit https://worldchefs.org/endorsement/.
