Belgium, The Netherlands and Luxemburg

The Benelux National Selection is next! Get ready to see top chocolate chefs give their best shot to complete challenging assignments in hopes of becoming the World Finalist, who will represent the region in the World Chocolate Masters World Final 2025. Do you know any of these culinary talents?

Vincent Denis

Denis is a skilled pastry chef and chocolatier from Charleroi who discovered his passion for pastry during a childhood trip where he became fascinated by sugar art. With experience working in high-end kitchens and a reputation for flavour and texture innovations, he has established himself as a leading figure in the pastry world. He owns Vincent Denis Dessert Bar and has earned prestigious recognitions including 1st place in Prosper Montagné and being named Pâtissier of the Year in 2017.

Lisa Breyne

This passionate 24-year-old pastry chef and chocolatier was born in the Belgian Kempen and is now based in Bornem. Her love for chocolate comes from her childhood memories of Easter eggs and St. Nicholas figures, which led her to study pastry arts and train with renowned chefs Marijn Coertjens and Roger van Damme. After her career in hospitality, Lisa founded her own company and continues to perfect her skills. She loves taking on new challenges and opportunities to share them with the world.

Stijn Vandenbouhede

A self-taught chocolatier from Ghent who has made a name for himself at just 23 with his inventive approach to chocolate and as the young owner of Chocolaterie Vandenbouhede. Stijn has won multiple awards, including Best Filled Bar in 2023, for his daring creations like mustard and meat bonbons. His uniqueness has even caught the attention of celebrities such as Ed Sheeran and The Rolling Stones. Always eager to push boundaries, he continues to impress clients with his bold, innovative work.

Stephanie Ceronio

Founder and Chief Chocolatier at Jackrabbit Chocolate Studio, Sephanie is a celebrated South African artisan known for her imaginative chocolate creations. Starting from humble beginnings, her natural talent and self-taught skills gained her international recognition. She has crafted award-winning confections, earning her many honours at the International Chocolate Awards. Stephanie continues to captivate chocolate lovers around the world with her unique and inventive chocolates.

More info coming soon!

DATE

5 November 2024

PLACE

Chocolate Academy

Wieze, Belgium