What to Expect

At Cake Expo Bahrain, visitors can look forward to an exciting celebration of cake in all its forms! This unique event brings together cake enthusiasts, professional bakers, and vendors from across Bahrain, creating a lively hub for anyone passionate about baking and sweets. The expo will feature thrilling live competitions where talented local bakers & pastry chefs go head-to-head in timed challenges, showcasing their skills in crafting and decorating cakes that are as beautiful as they are delicious.

A standout feature is the Cake Gallery, a breathtaking display that showcases intricately designed cakes by skilled artisans, each a testament to their creativity, attention to detail, and mastery of the craft. The Cake Gallery offers guests an up-close look at the limitless possibilities of cake design, from towering creations to exquisite, detailed decorations, inspiring both seasoned chefs and beginners alike.

In addition to competitions and displays, Cake Expo Bahrain boasts a wide variety of vendor booths featuring the latest baking tools, supplies, and exclusive product launches. With tastings of decadent treats, opportunities to discover unique baking supplies, and a strong focus on supporting local talent, Cake Expo Bahrain promises a memorable experience for cake lovers of all ages, bringing the community together to celebrate Bahrain’s vibrant and evolving baking scene.

Pastry Masters

Pastry Masters

Professional Chef Competitions

The Great Home Bake

The Great Home Bake

Home Baker Competition

Gourmet Gateway

Gourmet Gateway

Vendors

 Don’t just bake – showcase!

Don’t just bake – showcase!

Cake Shop Exhibitors

Sweets & Techniques

Sweets & Techniques

Workshops / Demonstrations

Le Petit Chefs

Le Petit Chefs

Kids Corner

About Cake Expo

This event promises not only to celebrate the art of baking but also to strengthen the bonds within the baking community and inspire future innovations in the industry. By choosing Bahrain as the host, the Cake Expo will undoubtedly flourish and leave a lasting impact on all participants

To create a Culinary Association in Bahrain and become a member of the World Chef Association, just as the Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar & Kuwait currently are. This will also enable us to provide an opportunity for Bahraini Chefs to be become accredited National, Regional or International Judges. Our ultimate vision through the Cake Expo Bahrain is to include all facets of the Culinary Arts.

Meet the Judges

The Cake Expo Bahrain will feature a panel of esteemed judges, including renowned pastry chefs and industry experts.

Mr Majed Al Sabagh

Head of Judges Panel

President of the Syrian Culinary Guild Vice President Northern Emirates UAE World Chefs Grade A Certified Judge

Dammiika Herath

Executive Pastry Chef

Head of Pastry Committee ECG Multi Award winning Pastry Chef

Bernard Charles

Culinary Director Bateel

Multi Award winning Pastry Chef and Chocolatier

Jurgen Ellenbeck

Head of Bakery Committee ECG

Multi Award winning Pastry Chef and Chocolatier

Mr Majed Al Sabagh

Mr Majed Al Sabagh

Head of Judges Panel
President of the Syrian Culinary Guild Vice President Northern Emirates UAE World Chefs Grade A Certified Judge
Dammiika Herath

Dammiika Herath

Executive Pastry Chef
Head of Pastry Committee ECG Multi Award winning Pastry Chef


Bernard Charles

Bernard Charles

Culinary Director Bateel
Multi Award winning Pastry Chef and Chocolatier


Jurgen Ellenbeck

Jurgen Ellenbeck

Head of Bakery Committee ECG
German Master Baker and Master Pastry Chef Owner of Home of Breads

Culinary Ambassador


He started his journey in Garmisch Germany and traveled to Guernsey, England & Scotland working as a Pastry Chef in 5 star hotel brands
In 1974 Heinz started his career in Airline Catering in Accra, Ghana and then going onto Doha for Gulf Air.
In 1982 he joined Abela Catering in Dubai, which later became Emirates flight catering in 2003.
Heinz was one of the founders of the Emirates Culinary Guild in 1992. He was Vice President and became an Honorary Member in 2022

Gunther-Heinz Zucchelli

Event Execution Lead

FOODSERVICE  CONSULTANT OPERATION PLANNING SPECIALIST

Vincenzo Perez, a Bahrain-based foodservice and culinary consultant, has over 30 years of formative international experience travelling the globe. An expert in management of large culinary operations, since 2013 Vincenzo specializes in consulting services, with main focus on conceptualization, planning and design of foodservice facilities and commercial kitchens. Since 2015, Vincenzo has been a certified professional member of the world acclaimed FCSI (Foodservice Consultants Society International).

KEY PROJECTS EXPERIENCE AS FOOD SERVICE CONSULTANT

 Planning and Design of Facilities:

Kempinski Hotel Manama Bay Bahrain
Raffles Al AreenPalace Bahrain
Sheraton Bahrain
M-Avenue Marrakesh (Morocco) (Akira Back, Richard Sandoval TORO TORO, Privilege Athens)
Jumeirah VilllageTriangle Cluster (3 Hotels Development by ACCOR –Movenpick, Novotel, Adagio Service Apartments)
Crowne Plaza Hotels (3 different properties in Oman)

Vincenzo Perez

Sponsors

Join us as a sponsor at Cake Expo Bahrain and showcase your brand to a vibrant audience of cake enthusiasts, bakers, and industry professionals.  environment!

Event & Venue Partner

Organizers

Sponsors

Technology Partner

Broadcast Partner

Media Partner

Radio Partner

Supported By

Gallery

Highlights from Demonstrations, Workshops, and the Cake Expo Bahrain by E.C.E Group at Address Hotel

REACH US Get Direction to the Event Hall

REACH US Get Direction to the Event Hall

Demo by E.C.E group

April 24 2025

Demonstrations and Workshops for the competitors

April 25 2025

Competitor preparations

Al Khalifa Ave, Manama

Address Hotel

April 26 2025

Cake Expo 

Marassi Al Bahrain, Building 355, Road 6407, Block 264