After completing his marketing studies, Jan Proot decided to follow his true passion: pastry and chocolate. He began his career at Del Rey in Antwerp before refining his craft at the renowned Wittamer and Oberweis houses.
He later returned to Del Rey, where he honed his expertise under the guidance of Gunther Van Essche, winner of the 1995 World Cup in Pastry.
Today, Jan focuses mainly on chocolate; he keeps on creating and developing new products.
“As a chocolatier in Antwerp, I feel connected to the mission of Relais Desserts: to safeguard artisanal excellence and pass it on to the next generation”
“As a chocolatier in Antwerp, I feel connected to the mission of Relais Desserts: to safeguard artisanal excellence and pass it on to the next generation”
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