The UK Pâté-Croûte glory!

The UK finals, British selection phase for the Pate Croute World Championship presented by Classic Fine Foods at the SAVOY hotel in London was a massive triumph in 2024.

This is far more than just acompetition–it is acelebration of excellence, atribute to a dish that is both technical and refined, deeply rooted in French but also Birtish culinary heritage. It is one ofthe rare creations that can unite chefs, pastry chefs, charcutiers, butchers, caterers, bakers, and restaurateurs alike. In 2025, the event returns with an even more ambitious edition, reaching new heights onthe international stage.

Chef JohnWilliams, MBE–Executive Chef at the Ritz London and president of the jury in 2024 reminded us :

The pâté croûte is a dish that epitomizes the essence of culinary craftsmanship. Its rich history and complexity require a deep understanding of technique, an unwavering commitment to quality, and an artist’s touch. It is a dish that tells a story, each layer and flavour reflecting the care and passion of its creator.

CANDIDATES 2025

JURY PANEL 2025

President of the Jury : Chef Mark FLANAGAN, LVO, Royal Chef & Assistant to the Master 

And Mr Guillaume GOMEZ, Meilleur Ouvrier de France
Président de Groupe Gastronomie Conseils as guest of Honour

Jury members

  • Frederic LE GUEN GEFFROY, World Champion 2023 and team UK coach
  • Renaud FILLIOUX de GIRONDE, Master Blender Hennessy
  • Lisa GOODWIN-ALLEN, Chef
  • Claude BOSI, Chef Brooklands, Josephine
  • Calum FRANKLIN, Chef at Public House Paris
  • Nokx MAJOZI, Head pie-maker and senior Chef at the Rosewood Hotel London
  • Richard BERTINET, Baker Chef and BBC Food Champion 20210
  • Tom PHILIPPS, Chef restaurant Story, team UK coach Bocuse d'Or
  • Kate AUSTEN, Chef
  • Mark REYNOLDS, National Chairman of the Craft Guild of Chefs
  • Rachel HUMPHREY, Chef consultant Roux
  • Roger PIZEY, Executive Pastry Chef at Fortnum & Mason
  • Gilles QUILLOT, Chef de Cuisine at the Résidence de France
  • Vérane FREDIANI, film maker, photographer and author
  • Franck ARNOLD, Regional Vice President and Managing Director of the Savoy
  • Amy DUTHIE, Chef Compass group
  • Thomas PIAT, Executive Chef Searcys
  • Michael COAKER, University of West London
  • Gilles DEMANGE co-founder of the Pate Croute World Championship
  • Christophe MARGUIN, co-founder of the Pate Croute World Championship

candidates 2024

WINNER 2024

Matt HILL - sous chef at the Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay at the Savoy

2nd place

Josh WHITEHEAD - Chef at Kino - Opera North (Leeds)

3rd place

Daniela PRELA - demi Chef de partie at the Ritz London

SPECIAL PRIZES

  • CLASSIC FINE FOODS PRIZE - Highest score on the general taste from the jury to Josh WHITEHEAD
  • AUGUSTE ESCOFFIER PRIZE - Highest score given by the public to Gerald QUADROS
  • ARTEMIS PRIZE - Highest score given by a feminine person from the jury to Wu I LIN

Discover the 10 pate-croute 2024:

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