Naomi Mizuno of Japan is crowned World Chocolate Master of 2007

The second World Chocolate Masters, sponsored and organised by Barry Callebaut AG, took place at the first Salon du Chocolat Professionnel held in Paris. 20 of the world’s greatest chocolatecraftsmen took part in this year’s international final, which had the theme of ‘National Myths and Legends.’


Throughout the competition the competitors thoroughly demonstrated the mastery of their art in front of a jury of experts headed by Francisco Torreblanca, the master Spanish chocolatier. The tension increased throughout the three days of intense competition as spectators watched awestruck from the public galleries at the amazing technical skills and dexterity of the competitors who created some real works of art.


Naomi Mizuno is the Winner of the World Chocolate Masters 2007, with Yvonnick Le Maux (France) and Carmelo Sciampagna (Italy) on second and third place . The winner was awarded the trophy specially created by leading Dutch Designer Rob Verhoeven. Winners shared a prize package of 100,000 Euro. Furthermore, Naomi Mizuno received special awards for his chocolate pastry and for his creative chocolate showpiece. Yvonnick Le Maux was awarded for his pralines. And Carmelo Sciampagna, received an award for his gastronomic chocolate dessert.