World Finals :
The Jury
Van Essche, Gunther (°1965) - Belgium 
Education :
1978 - 1982 Bakery, pastry, chocolate and sugar confectionery at C.O.O.V.I.- P.I.V.I.T. school in Anderlecht, Brussels
Professional experience :
1982 - 1989 : Wittamer, Brussels
1989 - 1995 : Banketbakkerij Etienne, Ophasselt
1995 - now : Chef Atelier at Del Rey, Antwerp
Awards & distinctions:
1993 : Golden Medal at Mandarin Napoleon National competition
1993 : Golden Medal at Mandarin Napoleon International competition
1994 : Golden Medal at Prosper Montagné competition :Number 1 Pastry Chef in Belgium
1995 : Golden Medal at Coupe Du Monde De La Patisserie in Lyon, France
Co-founder of the Belgian Pastry Academy
