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   Cacao Barry Ambassador Chris Ford Teams up with Le Creuset

   Jan 16 2023

   For the launch event, Chef Ford created chocolate replicas of traditional Le Creuset pots, using over 200 lbs of Cacao Barry® chocolate!

   Cacao Barry Ambassador Chris Ford Teams up with Le Creuset
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   Chocolate Academy™ Chefs Featured in Pastry Arts Magazine

   Jan 09 2023

   The current issue of Pastry Arts Magazine features tips, tricks, and recipes from Chocolate Academy™ Chefs and Ambassadors

   Chocolate Academy™ Chefs Featured in Pastry Arts Magazine
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   Carma Announces New Packaging

   Jan 02 2023

   New Year, New Look. Carma has redesigned their packaging to better support chefs in their creative endeavors.

   Carma Announces New Packaging
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   An Inside Look at the World Chocolate Masters Final

   Nov 28 2022

   We spoke with Chocolate Ambassador Alistair Birt about his experience as a jury member at the World Chocolate Masters Final.

   An Inside Look at the World Chocolate Masters Final
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   Chef Dimitri Fayard Has a New Role

   Nov 21 2022

   Effective today, Chef Dimitri Fayard has been promoted to Lead Chef, Chocolate Academy™ North America, leading our Montreal, Chicago, and New York City Chef teams.

   Chef Dimitri Fayard Has a New Role
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   IBC Belgium is now Mona Lisa Studio

   Nov 07 2022

   Mona Lisa Decorations has taken the IBC product line under its wing as part of the Mona Lisa Studio brand.

   IBC Belgium is now Mona Lisa Studio
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   Lluc Crusellas Wins World Chocolate Masters

   Nov 02 2022

   Lluc Crusellas of Spain is your new World Chocolate Masters Champion

   Lluc Crusellas Wins World Chocolate Masters
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   "Chocolatier's Kitchen" Launches at World Chocolate Masters Final

   Oct 30 2022

   This comprehensive recipe book offers 273 recipes for molded and enrobed bonbons, chocolate spreads, snacking bars, tablets, and more, all organized based on a shelf life system.

   "Chocolatier's Kitchen" Launches at World Chocolate Masters Final
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   Countdown: 5 Days until the World Chocolate Masters Final

   Oct 24 2022

   If you’ve thought that attending the World Chocolate Masters Final in person sounds kind of fun, you don’t know the half of it. Learn more about Salon du Chocolat in Paris.

   Countdown: 5 Days until the World Chocolate Masters Final
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    The Countdown to the WCM Final Continues!

    Oct 14 2022

    We are just 15 days away from the World Chocolate Masters Final! It's time to meet the competitors and learn a little more about the chocolate challenges that await them.

    The Countdown to the WCM Final Continues!
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    Head Chef of Chocolate Academy™ Center in New York Announced!

    Oct 14 2022

    Chef Nicoll Notter will head the soon-to-open Chocolate Academy™ Center in New York

    Head Chef of Chocolate Academy™ Center in New York Announced!
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    World Chocolate Masters Final: Meet the Jury

    Sep 29 2022

    The World Chocolate Masters Final begins in 30 days! Take a closer look at the international panel of jurors.

    World Chocolate Masters Final: Meet the Jury
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    Cacao Barry and La Liste Present the First Selection of World's Best Pastry Shops

    Sep 13 2022

    In keeping with its mission to empower pastry chefs, Cacao Barry has partnered with La Liste to create the first worldwide list of the best pastry shops.

    Cacao Barry and La Liste Present the First Selection of World's Best Pastry Shops
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    Chocolate Academy™ Center in Shanghai Holds Grand Opening

    Aug 31 2022

    Take a tour of their new facility!

    Chocolate Academy™ Center in Shanghai Holds Grand Opening
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    Global Chefs Seminar 2022

    Jun 30 2022

    Chocolate Academy™ Center in Athens welcomed over 80 Chocolate Academy™ Chefs for 4 intensive days of collaboration and discussion on topics ranging from innovation to sustainability.

    Global Chefs Seminar 2022
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    World Chocolate Masters Jury Presidents Announced

    Jun 29 2022

    Amaury Guichon, Kirtsten Tibballs, Yusuke Matsushita & Sachi Takagi will be the jury presidents for the 2022 World Chocolate Masters World Finals.

    World Chocolate Masters Jury Presidents Announced
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    Coming Soon... "Chocolate Academy™ Presents"

    Jun 27 2022

    The "Chocolate Academy™ Presents" program has been created to offer support and inspiration to chefs and bring excitement to their everyday creations. 

    Coming Soon... "Chocolate Academy™ Presents"
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    New Chocolate Academy™ Center Opens in Casablanca, Morocco

    May 25 2022

    The new Chocolate Academy™ Center in Casablanca is the 2nd to open in Africa and the 26th worldwide!

    New Chocolate Academy™ Center Opens in Casablanca, Morocco