Founded by Alan Whatley in 1993, the APC set out to create a dedicated forum for pastry chefs. In its 30+ year history, the APC has devised and ran a series of pastry events and competitions including its own annual awards, and the prestigious Dessert of the Year (DOTY) pastry competition, held annually at HRC International Salon Culinaire.
In March 2024 the Craft Guild of Chefs incorporated the Association of Pastry Chefs to form a brand-new division of the Guild. The APC retained its name and identity, and the new Craft Guild of Chefs APC division has its own sub-committee and chairman. The current chairman is Shona Sutherland and the Vice Chair is Szilard Szentesi.
Under the stewardship of the Craft Guild of Chefs, the APC will enjoy broader member benefits, and secure culinary advantages from being under the umbrella of the leading chef’s organisation in the UK. If you would like to join contact us.
Meet the board – Association of Pastry Chefs (APC)
APC New Committee
- Chair - Shona Sutherland
- Vice Chair and Membership Secretary - Szilard Szentesi
- Competition Secretary - Andrew Ditchfield
- Social Media - Sarah Frankland
- Membership Support - Rebecca Marshman
- Competition Support - Mark Perkins
- Competition Support - Ben Crocker
- Competition Support - Chris Morrell
- Competition Support - Ian Mark (Bear)
- Social Media Support - Caley Briddick
- Social Media Support - Amit Arya
- Committee Member - Paul Beard
- Committee Member - Martin Powell
- Committee Member - Roger Pizey
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