I recently found out there is a world cup for baking that seems to be held every 3 years (?) [last competition was in 2005, next one is 2008]. The official name of the competition is Coupe du Monde de la Boulangerie. Team USA is under The Bread Bakers Guild of America. Surprisingly, or not so surprisingly, Team USA won 1st prize in the 2005 World Cup! France 2nd. Japan 3rd.
In fact there is a world of baking/cooking competitions beyond the advent of Iron Chef, The Next Food Network Star, Top Chef, Hell's Kitchen, Cooking Under Fire, etc. I thought Iron Chef is what inspired the professional circuits but I am mistaken. I thought until recently they were relegated to local fairs with competitions for pies, chili, ribs, and the likes.
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