# Villa Dolce Culinary Innovation Leader Named 2026 ACF National Pastry Chef of the Year

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Podcast: [BC Food News](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bc-food-news-7062911)
Published: 2026-07-11T00:37:24+00:00
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In this episode of The-Food-&-Wine-Radio-Network's B-C-Food-Newscast, the host, Jennifer English, announces the 2026 A-C-F National Pastry Chef of the Year award, which was granted to Chef Meegan Roberts. She is the head of culinary innovations at Villa Dolce Gelato and earned this recognition after winning gold medals at both regional and national American Culinary Federation competitions. Chef Roberts' desserts 'Purple Rain' and 'Rebirth' played a significant role in her victory, reflecting her unique philosophy of translating narratives into balanced structures involving texture, temperature, flavor contrast, and visual composition. She also contributes to culinary education in cooperation with Villa Dolce's partnership with Catalyst Kitchens and teaches at UMOM New Day Centers in Phoenix. The episode ends with praise from Villa Dolce's CEO, Monte Marcaccini, who applauds Roberts for her creativity, discipline, and inspirational leadership. 418576@email4pr.com POST data

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