Sweet Success: The Cheesecake Competition sponsored by Elle & Vire Professionnel in collaboration with Norohy at SDCP 2025
At Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai, the Cheesecake Competition offered a space for young pastry chefs to share their interpretation of a classic dessert. Sponsored by Elle & Vire Professionnel in collaboration with Norohy, the event brought together rising talents from across the UAE, each presenting their own perspective on what a contemporary cheesecake could be.
Valrhona to host seasonal petits gâteaux masterclass with chef Claire Heitzler at L’École Valrhona Dubai
Pastry enthusiasts and professionals are invited to a transformative masterclass at L’École Valrhona Dubai, where acclaimed pastry chef Claire Heitzler will lead an immersive three-day experience focused on crafting exquisite seasonal petits gâteaux, combining sustainability, elegance and flavor.
Celebrating World Chocolate Day with regional chocolate experts
In celebration of World Chocolate Day, we recall standout statements from some of the region’s most influential chocolate leaders insights shared over the years that continue to resonate in today’s evolving industry.
Valrhona’s Le Fil Rouge: Chocolate as culture, craft and connection at the Louvre Abu Dhabi
Valrhona recently brought Le Fil Rouge to life at the Louvre Abu Dhabi in an immersive event that bridged chocolate, heritage and creative dialogue. The experience reflected Valrhona’s growing footprint in the IMEA region, offering a platform for cross-cultural exchange and culinary expression.
Embracing sustainability through culinary art with Chocolate Ode to Earth by Cercle V Valrhona – Chef Dimitri Esposito
Valrhona community of chefs support to their dream and vision are one of the key elements to a sustainable and long term chocolate industry.
Shaping the future of gastronomy with Valrhona’s new Essentials recipes
The revisited Essentials — a collection of must-have recipes from L’École Valrhona — was launched at Sirha 2023 and will be officially introduced in the Middle East on September 14, 2023, at the SLS Dubai Hotel & Residences. Chefs from the Middle East, Africa and India will join Valrhona for an afternoon of “measured” indulgence. In addition, a digital version of the event with a live feed will be made available for Cercle V chefs who cannot attend in person.
Valrhona’s Iconic 6 event: The second edition was an occasion to remember
Valrhona’s 6 Iconic event returned to Dubai for its second edition, and it was nothing short of a luxurious and insightful affair.
Valrhona reaffirms its commitment to excellence with its World’s 50 Best collaboration
At a live awards ceremony in Abu Dhabi held on January 30, 2023, the World’s 50 Best revealed its power list, showcasing the diversity and richness of food culture in the region.
Valrhona unveils their 6 latest innovations during Sirha
Celebrating its 100 years, Valrhona has created a range of unique and recognizable aromatic profiles by perfecting techniques for enhancing the flavor of rare cocoa beans grown on land masterfully selected for its terroir. The brand unveiled its latest innovations during Sirha, January 19-23, 2023, where Norohy’s Tadoka won the prestigious Innovation Award.
Valrhona: 100 years of visionary creativity and commitment
Throughout the year, Valrhona has been hosting the Food Forward Festival in eight cities around the world, bringing together chefs and talents to create a unique themed menu for each city. The festival, in partnership with GRAND CUISINE and GELINAZ, has celebrated Valrhona’s 100 years of inspiration, creativity and ethical gastronomy.
