• Brașov, March 19, 2025 – Pastry enthusiasts had the opportunity to discover the latest viennoiserie techniques during an exceptional workshop held by Cyril Hervé, Puratos International Technical Advisor, at the Nova Pan headquarters in Brașov, Str. Poienelor no. 2A, in Baking Show, the space equipped with all the necessary equipment in a bakery, pastry and confectionery laboratory.
The event was organized through a partnership between Puratos, a global leader in innovation for the bakery, pastry and chocolate industry, and Nova Pan, a company recognized for providing complete solutions for specialists in the field. The collaboration between the two companies ensured an optimal setting in which participants could learn and experiment with new techniques to improve their products and production processes.
The workshop brought to the forefront the latest laminating techniques, innovative shapes and creative structures for viennoiserie products, bringing together bakers, pastry chefs and industry specialists eager to hone their skills.
During the session, Cyril Hervé, assisted by pastry chefs Sebastian Dale and Laurențiu Holțman, demonstrated step by step the essential processes in making viennoiserie products, offering a detailed perspective on each stage: from the selection of ingredients, laminating techniques, to the perfect baking. Participants had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the technique of master Hervé, one of the most appreciated international specialists in the field, and to discover innovative ways of reinterpreting classic products. Among the dishes presented were croissants, Danishes, New York Rolls, Flan Parisien and Pain Suisse, each of them having a refined appearance and a perfect taste.
An event appreciated by professionals in the field
Workshop participants had the opportunity not only to learn new techniques, but also to interact with other specialists, exchange ideas and discover new possibilities for professional development. Both artisan bakers and those from industrial production units appreciated the precision and details provided by Cyril Hervé, leaving the event with inspiration and knowledge immediately applicable to their own businesses.
The Viennoiserie Workshop in Brașov once again confirmed the importance of continuous improvement in the bakery and pastry industry and demonstrated that innovation and passion are the key elements that underpin excellence in this field.
Cyril Hervé – an ambassador of pastry excellence
With over 15 years of experience in the bakery and pastry industry, Cyril Herve is internationally recognized for his innovative approach and creativity in transforming traditional recipes into true works of edible art. Through his precise techniques and modern vision of viennoiserie, Hervé manages to add value to each product, emphasizing details, textures and the perfect balance of flavors.
His expertise is appreciated worldwide, and his collaboration with Puratos allows him to share this knowledge with specialists in the field, contributing to the development and perfection of pastry products.
About Puratos
Puratos is an international group offering a complete range of innovative food ingredients and services for the bakery, pastry and chocolate sectors. The group is present in more than 100 countries and is headquartered in Belgium, having been founded in 1919. Puratos aims to create innovative food solutions that promote the health and well-being of people around the world.
Puratos Romania is one of the main players in the food ingredients sector, with an extensive portfolio of raw materials for the food sector and specialized services offered to its customers in the industrial, artisanal and retail sectors through a network of 9 branches nationwide and through the two innovation centers, in Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca, dedicated to testing innovative products and ingredients. The company was founded in 1995, in Bucharest, currently having a production unit in Ilfov County, with four distinct production lines and 145 employees.
About Nova Pan
From 2001, Nova Pan is with the professionals in the field of milling, baking, pastry, confectionery, chocolate and gelato, offering, permanently, high-tech solutions, in accordance with the increase in the demands of the profile market over the years.
Nova Pan has earned its reputation as a reliable supplier, offering on the Romanian market high-performance equipment produced by world-renowned companies, at the same time strengthening its commitment to customers through continuous evolution and by offering innovative solutions in the field. , the company has several divisions specialized in: sales of equipment and spare parts, technical assistance, integration of industrial lines with different degrees of automation, clipband production, sales of utensils and accessories.
Article written by Gabriela Dan, Editor-in-Chief Arta Albă
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