Jingjing Liao

The Chinese Chocolate Master

Passionate perfectionist

Age: 31
Nationality: Chinese
Work: : Cake Chef at ICHI BAKERY, Shanghai

Jingjing is constantly searching for innovative taste creations. Expect a mouth-watering mix of passion and technology from this winning Chinese chef, as she keeps exploring colourful flavour combinations.

About the National Selection

On Sunday 23 April, the Academy of Culinary Arts of Le Cordon Blue Shanghai opened its doors for the public. Twelve highly skilled contestants battled it out for a sought-after place in the World Chocolate Masters finals. But only one managed to really impress the judges: Jingjing Liao took the crown after an amazing display of focus, determination and drive. She will be waving the Chinese flag during the finals in Paris.

#2 Jeffery Koo

Age: 38
Nationality: Chinese
Work: Head chef, Hongkong

#3 Jake Cheng

Age: 28
Nationality: Chinese
Work: Senior R&D, Anhui

“I was a jury member during the 1st selection of the World Chocolate Masters. It’s amazing how much higher the level has become.”

– Jean-Marc Bernelin –

“I’m happy to see how much our candidates have grown in such a short amount of time.”

– Nicolas Serrano –