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PAOLO SACCHETTI
Paolo Sacchetti, crowned AMPI Pastry Chef of the Year in 2012 and recognized as one of the greatest masters of Italian pastry, has built his renowned business in Prato, where he runs his workshop and patisserie "New world".
Despite being just over fifty years old, his enthusiasm for the craft is comparable to that of a teenager. Sacchetti is known for his relentless curiosity and willingness to experiment, with a strong commitment to preserving and perfecting classic Italian desserts.
He is one of the most renowned leavening experts in the country, famous for his high-quality panettone and for creating desserts that follow a no-compromise philosophy, based on the use of excellent raw materials and the revival of ancient Tuscan recipes. His son Andrea now joins his father's talent, continuing the family legacy.
Tuscany, Sacchetti's birth region, is famous for sweets like cantucci, ricciarelli, brigidini, zuppa inglese, torta della nonna, and sweet peaches, all symbols of Italian heritage around the world.