Le Cordon Bleu alumnus leads Singapore to Gelato World Cup victory

Singapore has made history at the 11th Gelato World Cup 2026, taking out first place for the very first time in the prestigious international competition. 

The winning team was led by Jason Tan, a Le Cordon Bleu Sydney alumnus, marking a significant milestone for both Singapore’s culinary scene and the global Le Cordon Bleu alumni community.

The highly competitive event, held in Rimini, Italy, brought together 12 teams from around the world, each tasked with creating 12 desserts and showpieces across nine challenges.

From chocolate sculptures to gelato glass desserts, the challenges tested technical mastery, creativity, teamwork and the ability to innovate within the traditions of artisanal gelato and frozen desserts.

After days of intense competition, Singapore emerged on top of the podium, impressing judges with its precision, originality and cohesive vision.

Culinary powerhouse France secured second place, while Argentina rounded out the podium in third.

"Winning the Gelato World Cup still feels surreal,” Jason told Le Cordon Bleu Australia.

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I'm elated that the countless hours and days of hard work have finally been validated.

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“The journey began back in 2018 as a challenge to our skills, our limits and our belief in what we could achieve.

“Fast forward to today, and it still feels like a dream. I'm elated that the countless hours and days of hard work have finally been validated.”

For Jason, the win is also a testament to the strength of his professional training and international experience.

“I think it truly takes perseverance and humility to achieve something great,” Jason adds.

“We are proud to have made history in this competition and hope to inspire others to pursue what was once thought unimaginable.”

Jason was joined by executive pastry chef Dexter Lee, pastry chef Loh Cheng Kit and junior sous chef Chew Wei Lung.

The 2026 Gelato World Cup win not only cements Singapore’s place among the world’s best in dessert craftsmanship, but sets a new benchmark for future competitors in one of the industry’s most respected events.