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A gathering of all things pastry to create, inspire, educate and network. What’s your flavour?

09/02/2026

Volunteers Needed!
Be part of something meaningful! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make our 3-day conference a success.
Whether you love welcoming attendees, keeping things organized, supporting speakers, or simply being part of a great team, we’d love to have you on board!

Volunteer. Connect. Learn. Make an Impact.

Ready to join the team? Visit the Volunteer section of our website to register!
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09/01/2026

GIVEAWAY ALERT!

We’re giving ONE lucky winner the ultimate ALL ACCESS PASS to PastryCon 2026!

Get ready for 3 incredible days of pastry, chocolate, inspiration, and unforgettable experiences!

-One 3-day entrance to PastryCon 2026
-Early access — 1 hour before the general public
-1 ticket to the Awards Gala on October 6th
-Exclusive tasting box from our chocolatier competitors
-Cookbook by Kirsten Tibballs
-Branded bowl + spatulas provided by Kirsten Tibballs

How to Enter:
Follow NPC on Instagram.
Like this post ❤️
Tag 3 friends in the comments.
One entry per person.

Giveaway closes Saturday, September 5th at midnight EST.
Winner will announced Tuesday, September 8th.

Don’t miss your chance to experience PastryCon like never before!

Good luck, pastry lovers!

08/18/2026

Calling All Pastry-Focused Small Businesses!

Showcase your brand and put your products in front of a passionate community of pastry professionals, students, educators, and industry leaders.

We want to showcase YOU! Email is at [email protected] Tag a business you want to see at the National Pastry Conference this October!

08/15/2026

Day 3 of the National Pastry Conference brings us to our final Pastry Note speaker: Ramon Morató!

An award-winning pastry chef, author, educator, and Creative Director of Chocolate Academy Online, Ramon has dedicated his career to research, innovation, and sharing knowledge across the world of chocolate and pastry. In 1997, he earned Spain’s highest distinction for pastry chefs by winning Mejor Maestro Artesano Pastelero de España (MMAPE).

We’re thrilled to have him close out our Pastry Note Speaker lineup!
What are you most excited to learn from Ramon? Drop your answer in the comments! 👇

08/14/2026

Day 2 Speaker Spotlight!
We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Chéramy, Executive Pastry Chef at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, and President of Club Pastry World Cup Team USA, to the 2nd day of the National Pastry Conference!
With decades of experience, competition accolades, and leadership in the world of pastry, Chef Chéramy brings a wealth of knowledge, creativity, and passion to the stage.
What’s one question you’d love to ask Chef Chéramy? 👇 Drop it in the comments, then like and share this post with a fellow pastry professional who won’t want to miss it!

08/13/2026

Day 1 Speaker Announcement!
We’re thrilled to welcome Kirsten Tibballs, Australia’s celebrated pastry chef, chocolatier, and founder of Savour Chocolate & Patisserie School, as our Day 1 speaker at the National Pastry Conference!
Known around the world as the “Queen of Chocolate,” Kirsten has represented Australia at the World Pastry Championships, earned gold at the Pastry Olympics, judged prestigious international competitions, authored three cookbooks, and starred in The Chocolate Queen.
We can’t wait to learn from her expertise, creativity, and passion for pastry and chocolate!

Now we want to hear from you: If you could ask Kirsten Tibballs one question at the conference, what would it be? Drop your question in the comments! 👇

08/12/2026

DRUM ROLL, PLEASE!!

MEET THE 2026 PASTRY-NOTE SPEAKERS!

We’re thrilled to announce an incredible lineup of leading voices in the world of pastry for the National Pastry Conference!
October 3 — Chef Kirsten Tibballs
October 4 — Chef Stéphane Chéramy October 5 — Chef Ramon Morató
Three days. Three exceptional pastry leaders. Three opportunities to learn, be inspired, and see the craft from some of the best in the field.
We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Chef Kirsten, Chef Stéphane, and Chef Ramon to the National Pastry Conference and hear the knowledge, creativity, and experience they bring to the pastry world. Mark your calendars. You won’t want to miss these Pastry-Note Speakers!

08/05/2026

Meet Chef Advisor Kirsten Tibballs – The Chocolate Queen!
The National Pastry Conference is thrilled to welcome Chef Kirsten Tibballs as a Chef Advisor for this year's Pastry Competition!
With 38 years in the pastry industry, Kirsten is an internationally renowned chocolatier, pastry chef, educator, author, television host, and owner of Savour Chocolate & Patisserie School in Melbourne, Australia. As the sole global ambassador for Callebaut, she has represented Australia on the world stage, earned Best in the World for Handmade Chocolates, won medals at the Pastry Olympics, and inspired pastry professionals around the globe.
A few fun facts about Kirsten: She discovered her passion for pastry as a teenager, selling cakes from home before beginning her apprenticeship at just 15. Her kitchen playlist is packed with '80s hits. When she's not creating beautiful desserts, she enjoys relaxing on her farm with her four pet cows.
Her favorite treats? Anything rich in chocolate with plenty of texture—and she can never resist a great tart!
Please join us in welcoming Chef Kirsten Tibballs to the National Pastry Conference!
Follow Kirsten: Instagram: Kirsten Tibballs | Savour School
Facebook: Kirsten Tibballs YouTube:  www.savourschool.com.au

08/03/2026

Chef Advisor Spotlight - Nicoll Notter

Meet Chef Nicoll Notter, one of our esteemed Chef Advisors for this year's National Pastry Conference Pastry Competition!
With 15 years of experience in pastry and chocolate, Chef Nicoll serves as Lead Chef, North America for the Barry Callebaut Chocolate Academy in Chicago. Born into a family of pastry chefs and formally trained since the age of 16, his career has taken him through some of the finest pastry kitchens in Europe and the United States. From being named U.S. Pastry Chef of the Year in 2015 to captaining Team Switzerland at the 2021 Coupe du Monde de la Pâtisserie, Chef Nicoll brings a wealth of knowledge, precision, and passion to the competition.
A few fun facts about Chef Nicoll: his favorite flavor pairing is milk chocolate and hazelnut, his go-to bakery treat is a pain au chocolat, and when he's not in the kitchen, you'll likely find him walking in nature or spending the day at the park. His guiding philosophy? "There is no secret to success, it just requires hard work."
Please join us in welcoming Chef Nicoll Notter as he helps inspire and mentor the next generation of pastry professionals!

*Follow Nicoll Notter
*Business: Barry Callebaut- Chicago, IL
*Current job title: Lead Chef, North America
*Pastry Area of Expertise: Pastry/Chocolate
*www.callebaut.com

08/01/2026

Meet Chef Advisor Michael Laiskonis!
We're honored to welcome Chef Michael Laiskonis as a Chef Advisor for this year's National Pastry Conference Pastry Competition!
As Culinary Director for Les Vergers Boiron Americas, Michael brings more than 30 years of pastry expertise, a celebrated career at Le Bernardin, and recognition as both a James Beard Award-winning pastry chef and IACP Culinary Professional of the Year.
Did you know? *His passion for pastry started with bread. *His kitchen soundtrack is 1980s punk. *His bakery go-to is a classic plain croissant.
*If he weren't a pastry chef, he'd be a historian. *His favorite flavor combination is rhubarb, blood orange, and ginger.
Join us in giving Michael a warm welcome as he helps mentor and inspire the next generation of pastry talent!
Follow Chef Michael's work:
Instagram: Michael Laiskonis
LinkedIn: michael-laiskonis
Les Vergers Boiron Americas: https://les-vergers-boiron.com/

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