South Korea won gold at the Bakery World Cup.

PARIS — South Korea won gold at the Bakery World Cup, a bakery contest for artisan bread bakers. Taiwan came in second while France finished third. During the four-day event, held Feb. 5-9 in Paris, the bakers performed live in front of an audience and before a jury of bakers. Twelve teams of three contestants competed in three categories: Baguettes & Bread of the World, Viennoiserie, and Savory Pastry. The Bread Bakers Guild of America Team USA includes Nicky Giusto, Jeffrey de Leon and Jacob Baggenstos.