Revisit the breathtaking final results of one of the most spectacular Pastry Live competitions. The **Showpiece Championship** brought together elite teams, pushing the boundaries of chocolate, sugar, and artistry. The legacy of these winning pieces continues to inspire pastry chefs today.
Showpiece Championship National Winners
We proudly announce the **Showpiece Championship National Champions:**
Andy Chlebana and Nancy Carey
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Name of Showpiece: Theobroma Cacao ‘Geastrum’
“Given the innovative format and criterion set forth for the competition we approached our piece’s conception in an unconventional manner; beginning without a narrative theme but rather, focusing on the development of formal and structural strengths. Read the full concept…
Best Chocolate Showpiece
**Team Chlebana/Carey**
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Best Sugar Showpiece
**Team Hurlbert/Capper**
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“The Abyss” was inspired by the last unexplored frontier, the ocean deep…Read the full concept.
Competitor’s Choice Award
**Team DeWitt/Smoake**
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The inspiration for our Showpiece, **Smoake on the Water** began with an exciting white water adventure…Read the full concept.
Audience Choice Award
**Team Mullaney/Ramirez**
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The chocolate centerpiece **”Playing in the Fountain”** was designed to be…Read the full concept.
**Team Mora/Rueda**
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**”Thor”** – A philosophical and futuristic chocolate piece that explores the nexus of myth and time…Read the full concept.
Pastry Live Competition Winners Archive
Chocolatier of the Year (Bon Bon Competition)
- 1st: Lionel Clement of Nuubia Chocolat
- 2nd: Frederic Loraschi of Chocolat Frederic Loraschi
- 3rd: David Ramirez of Cocoa Latte
- **Audience Choice:** David Ramirez of Cocoa Latte
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Art of Cake Challenge
- **1st:** Katharina Craine of Sugarplum Visions
- **2nd:** Ramona Oskirka
- **3rd:** Shelley DeLisle of Bliss
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Student Chocolate Challenge
- **1st:** Elizabeth Rollor
- **2nd:** Breanna Kinkead
- **3rd:** Jennifer Tyler
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Congratulations to all the talented competitors! **The legacy of the Showpiece Championship continues to inspire world-class pastry artistry.**
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