The Gelato World Cup, a project by Gelato & Cultura in collaboration with SIGEP WORLD, is the only global team competition dedicated to artisanal gelato. The championship celebrates technique, creativity, culture, and collaboration, and will bring together the 12 finalist teams in 2028 to compete for the world champion title in Rimini in January 2028.

The road to Gelato World Cup 2028 concerns with the upcoming continental selections:

– Gelato World Cup Asia Selection – SIGEP Asia, Singapore (july 15–17 2026)
– Gelato World Cup Europe Selection – SIGEP WORLD, Rimini, Italy (january 2027)
– Gelato World Cup America Selection – Buenos Aires, Argentina (june 2027)

To enter the most prestigious competition in artisan gelato worldwide, each country must go through a series of selections and training programs that highlight excellence and celebrate national culinary identity.

Each team is made up of a gelato chef, a pastry chef, and a chef, guided by the vision and experience of a Team Manager. A multidisciplinary team capable of turning technique, creativity, and flavor into true works of art.

Only one team per country can advance to the Gelato World Cup World Selections. The journey begins with national selections, where the best professionals compete to represent their country. Winners then move on to the continental selections in Europe, the Americas, and Asia — an even more competitive stage that determines who will earn a spot in the World Final in january 2028 in Italy.