Pate en croute
the competition
This unique global competition is designed to help preserve a centuries-old, French culinary tradition — the artful preparation of Pâté-Croûte (literally translated as, pie in crust).
All started in 2009 and four Lyonnaise friends— Audrey Merle, Chef Christophe Marguin, Gilles Demange and Arnaud Bernollin—formed the Brotherhood of Pâté Croûte (La Confrérie du Pâté-Croûte), conspiring to preserve the heritage of this form of charcuterie. In establishing the world competition, they laid out rigorous rules to help identify the best examples of the dish through a series of qualifying rounds (heats) leading up to the finals. Only experienced food catering professionals are permitted to participate, and all the tastings are blind, conducted by experts in gastronomy.
The UK and Ireland Chefs Supporters Club
Was established to encourage and assist family and friends of competing chefs in attending and supporting culinary competitions such as the WACS Culinary World Cup and the Culinary Olympics, held in Luxembourg and Germany. We also promote engagement with regional and national competitions by helping supporters stay informed and connected via social media and event updates.
Our efforts began in 2010 when we founded the UK Supporters Club for the Bocuse d’Or, supporting Chef Simon Hulstone
a contribution recognised by the British Culinary Federation.
We’d love for you to follow and support our journey:
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Stages in the Pate en Croute 2025 UK Final
Three of the ten Contestants in the Pate en Croute 2025 UK Final
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