DNA Pastry Unwrapped
Pioneering conference taking place in Dublin, Ireland, on 27th May, bringing together leading pastry chefs, industry experts, and food enthusiasts to explore the future of pastry through sustainability, creativity, and innovation.
Organised by Odaios Foods and Co-Lab, two key players in Ireland’s food industry, the event aims to inspire a new era of pastry-making.
With a vision of evolving pastry without compromising taste or quality, DNA Pastry Unwrapped promotes education, collaboration, and responsible artistry.
Chefs, artisan bakers, educators, students, hospitality professionals, and business owners will have the opportunity to discover the latest techniques, explore new ingredients, connect with suppliers, and embrace sustainable and profitable pastry innovations.
Speakers
Inspiring the Future
Charles Michel
Food systems expert blending psychology and culinary arts. He shapes food innovation, habits, and education globally
Topic Discussion: Pastry Reimagined Redefining Indulgence in a Changing Food World
Johanna Le Pape
World Pastry Champion and wellness pastry expert. Blending taste, aesthetics, and nutrition in her creations
Topic Discussion: The Future of Pastry - Indulgence, Beauty, and Health in Perfect Harmony
Kriss Harvey
Renowned pastry chef, blending artistry with health-conscious, bold, balanced desserts pastry techniques.
Topic Discussion: The Evolution of a Pastry Chef - Embracing Change and Redefining Desserts
Marike Van Beurden
Founder of Be Better plant-based butter.Pioneering sustainable, gluten-free desserts, blending technique with eco-conscious creativity.
Topic Discussion: From Pastry Chef to Innovator - Rethinking Butter and Vegan Desserts
Debate
Hosted by Suzanne Campbell
Gráinne Mullins
Grá Chocolates
Gareth Mullins
Executive Chef at Anantara The Marker Dublin
Nick Lentini
Operations Chef for The Ivy Ireland
Maurice McGeehan
Head Performance Chef at the IRFU
Charles Michel
Food Systems Expert
Johanna Le Pape
Wellness Pastry Expert
The Irish Pâtisserie Championship
2025 Edition
Sponsored by Odaios Foods & Valrhona
Odaios Foods and Valrhona are delighted to announce the launch of the Irish Pâtisserie Championship 2025 Edition. The objective of this competition is to promote and advance the standards of pastry chefs across the island of Ireland.
INDULGENT MINIMALISM
This year’s theme challenges participants to craft original recipes that capture the pure essence of chocolate through simplicity and minimalist design.
Six finalists will compete live at the DNA Pastry Unwrapped conference, creating a plant-based café gourmandise dessert, a plated restaurant-style dessert, and a stunning chocolate showpiece. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to watch them in action in the kitchen and witness the winner being revealed during the conference.
Finalists
Alessia Grisafi
Pastry Sous Chef, Glovers Alley, Dublin
Aoife Comerford
Pastry Junior Sous Chef, Glovers Alley, Dublin
Siriporn Notman
Senior Chef de Partie, Belfast
Asia Mahealani
Owner, Mahealani Pastries, Galway
Sven Herreman
Pastry Chef, Langtons, Kilkenny
Juliette Simon
Pastry Chef, Grá Chocolates, Galway
The Judging Panel
Tasting Judges
Paula Stakelum
Head Judge
Olivier Stievenard
Daniel Linehan
Esteban Canessa
Coralie Pichard
Kitchen Judges
Michael Kwan
Circle Wong
Sponsors & Partners
