Paco Torreblanca
International
High Pastry Award
Bulgaria 2026
World's Best
Chocolate Cake Award
20 October
The Paco Torreblanca International High Pastry Award for the Best Chocolate Cake in the World was created with the premise of recognizing and giving visibility to the work of those pastry chefs who dedicate their lives, day after day, to developing their passion for pastry; a profession that demands the best from each individual, requiring dedication and commitment, while at the same time contributing so much to those around us.
Professional Category
Best Chocolate Cake in Bulgaria
In the Professional Category, participants compete to earn the recognition of Best Chocolate Cake in Bulgaria 2027 before a jury composed of nationally and internationally recognized professionals and industry leaders.
It is an opportunity to give visibility to your work, measure yourself against other professionals in the sector, and turn a strong proposal into a real pathway for international professional growth.
In addition, the winner will represent Bulgaria at the International Grand Final in Spain, competing for the title of Best Chocolate Cake in the World 2027 before a jury that includes some of the world’s best pastry chefs and cooks, and competing against the winners from the other participating countries worldwide.
01 / VENUE
BIOREST
CUP 2026
Earn the title of “Best Chocolate Cake in Bulgaria” and take your professional pastry career to the international stage.
Lugar de la competición
Fecha de la competición nacional
Duración de la competencia
3 hours
Inscripción
Free
Participation Requirements
To participate in the Paco Torreblanca International High Pastry Award – Bulgaria 2027, applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of registration, demonstrate professional experience in the field of pastry, and apply in their own name. Applications submitted under commercial brands, companies or third-party business names will not be accepted.
Evaluation Criteria
Entries will be evaluated according to a comprehensive scoring system that considers not only the final cake itself, but also cleanliness and organization, visual presentation, cutting quality, flavor, texture and decoration.
Each evaluation criterion is assigned a specific weighting and will be scored on a scale of up to 20 points.
Cake Requirements
The cake submitted must have chocolate as its dominant flavor profile and weigh between 600 g and 1,000 g.
Participants are free to choose the format, design and dimensions of their cake.
Pre-prepared components and decorative elements are permitted; however, the final assembly and presentation of the cake must be completed on-site during the competition.
Professional Category Rules
We strongly recommend reviewing the official competition rules carefully before submitting your application.
The rules contain essential information regarding the evaluation process, selection criteria, technical requirements and participant obligations.
Travel to Spain
The organization will cover travel expenses, accommodation, meals and local transportation for the winner of the Bulgaria 2027 National Final to attend and compete in the Paco Torreblanca International Grand Final in Spain.
International Grand Final Awards
First Prize
3.000€
Second Prize
2.000€
Third Prize
1.000€
02 / COMPETITION JOURNEY
PROFESSIONAL
CATEGORY
JOURNEY
PHASE 01
National Qualification Round
Among all applications submitted in Bulgaria, the National Organizing Committee will select the national finalists who will advance to the Bulgaria National Final.
PHASE 02
Bulgaria National Final 2027
The selected finalists will compete in the Bulgaria National Final 2027 for the title of Best Chocolate Cake in Bulgaria.
PHASE 03
International Grand Final in Spain
The winner will travel to Spain with all expenses covered to compete alongside the other international finalists for the title of Best Chocolate Cake in the World.
03 / AWARDS
PROFESSIONAL
CATEGORY
AWARDS
The winner of the Professional Category will receive the title of Best Chocolate Cake in Bulgaria 2027 and will travel to Spain with all expenses covered to compete in the International Grand Final.
Bulgaria National Final Award 2027
- Title: Best Chocolate Cake in Bulgaria 2027
- Travel expenses: Covered trip to Spain to compete in the International Grand Final
International Grand Final Awards 2027
- Title: Best Chocolate Cake in the World 2027
- 3.000€ - First Prize
- 2.000€ - Second Prize
- 1.000€ - Third Prize
BULGARIA
JURY
The Paco Torreblanca International High Pastry Award will feature an exceptional jury composed of renowned pastry professionals and leading industry experts.
Recognized for their professional careers, technical excellence and commitment to the highest standards of pastry, these experts will bring a rigorous and international perspective to the evaluation of each creation.
Carlos Mampel
Maestro Pastelero
Antonio Bachour
Maestro Pastelero
Eduard Azuaza
Maestro Pastelero
Oriol Rovira
Maestro Pastelero
Oriol Castro
Maestro Pastelero
Borislav Ekzarhov
Maestro Pastelero
The World of High
Pastry Arts Awaits You
FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
Who can participate in the competition?
All pastry professionals over the age of 18 who can demonstrate professional experience in the field are eligible to participate. Applicants must submit an original chocolate cake creation and participate in their own name, without representing their own or any third-party commercial brand.
How does the qualification process work?
The Professional Category consists of two stages: a national qualification round and the International Final. The winner of the Bulgaria National Final will earn the right to represent Bulgaria at the Paco Torreblanca International High Pastry Award Final, which will be held in Spain.
How can I register for the competition?
The application process is completed exclusively through the official registration form provided by the organization.
Applications for the Bulgaria 2027 National Selection must be submitted through the official competition website within the registration period established by the National Organizing Committee.
The official registration form will be available on the competition website.
What are the evaluation criteria?
The evaluation criteria include work process, cleanliness and organization, visual appearance, cut, flavor, texture and decoration.
Each criterion has its own scoring coefficient and will be evaluated on a scale of up to 20 points.
The jury is composed of recognized professionals from both the national and international pastry sector.
¿Cuánto tiempo dura la competencia?
The total duration of the competition is 3 hours.
In addition, participants will be granted 45 minutes prior to the start of the competition to complete their mise en place and prepare their workstation.
The final 30 minutes of the competition must be dedicated to cleaning, organization and the proper presentation of the workspace for evaluation by the jury.
What requirements must the cake meet?
What prizes will be awarded?
The winner will represent Bulgaria at the International Grand Final in Spain, where they will compete for the title of Best Chocolate Cake in the World.
The International Grand Final awards are:
- €3,000 – First Prize
- €2,000 – Second Prize
- €1,000 – Third Prize
In addition, the organization will cover the winner’s travel expenses, accommodation and meals during their participation in the International Grand Final.
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