The champion bread of Italy is from Sirmione
Alessandro Piazza of Forno Integrale is the Italian champion of the art of baking
A prestigious achievement that brings Sirmione to the forefront of Italian baking. Alessandro Piazza, a baker based in Sirmione, has been crowned Italian Champion of the Baking Art, taking first place in the first edition of the Italian Baking Championship, organized by Richemont Club Italia, the Italian section of the world’s most respected bakers’ association.
The competition took place in Rimini, as part of SIGEP 2026, one of the most important international trade fairs for the bakery, pastry, and gelato sectors. This high-level context makes Piazza’s success even more significant.
A respected professional and a key figure in the area, Alessandro Piazza proudly represents Sirmione, distinguishing himself through his technical expertise, passion, and constant pursuit of quality. These values were recognized by the jury, awarding him not only the overall title but also the special prize for Best Ciabatta loaf.
This extraordinary result rewards years of commitment, dedication, and determination, and is a source of great pride not only for his business, Forno Integrale in Sirmione, but for the entire community.
In the gallery: some moments of the awards ceremony
