Meet the finalists
Meet the finalists
Marinel Bejan, an Economics graduate from the University of Craiova, has flourished as a pastry chef since 2010, continually refining his skills in Craiova. He finds the theme PLAY! particularly liberating, allowing him to unleash his creativity with textures, flavors, and ingredients. With a Gastropan 2021 award for Cake of the Year in Romania under his belt, Marinel thrives on challenges and seeks new experiences. His sights are set on the prestigious title of World Chocolate Master, where he aims to shine. Marinel's arsenal includes innovation, adaptability, creativity, and problem-solving, propelling him toward his culinary aspirations.