The UK winner will be treated to an all-expenses-paid trip to Bologna in Italy, the use of Carpigiani’s state-of-the-art equipment, and the provision of branded chef whites.
With two national heats taking place in Carpigiani’s UK development kitchens, the winners of each will have the opportunity to take their victorious gelato recipes to Italy and compete in the World Masters Championship in Bologna!
Before reaching the global stage, entrants will need to produce a single flavour of gelato to impress a panel of judges who will analyse the taste, structure, creativity, and presentation of the gelato.
Carpigiani UK managing director, Paul Ingram, says: “We are really excited to bring the Carpigiani Gelato Challenge back to the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional gelato artisans to showcase their craft and compete against some of the best gelaterias across the UK, with the opportunity to also represent their country in the globally renowned Gelato Festival World Masters championship.
“If previous competitions are anything to go by, we’re in for a real treat as this competition really highlights the best gelato chefs operating in the UK. So, if you, or someone you know, makes the best gelato, the competition is free to enter so get involved – we can’t wait to receive your application.”
Two UK heats will take place in November 2024 in Carpigiani’s development kitchens – one in London’s Park Royal (7 November), and the second at the company’s headquarters in Hereford (14 November). Each heat will be evaluated by select industry specialists who will decide which chef has the winning recipe.
To get involved, entrants can apply for free online, via Carpigiani UK’s website. The winner from each UK heat will then participate in the Gelato Festival World Masters as one of 40 finalists from across the globe in Italy, in 2025.
To find out more and to enter The Carpigiani Gelato Challenge 2024 visit: www.carpigiani.co.uk/gelato-challenge-2024