• Chef Charles Azar is a Beirut native with over 25 years of experience in pastry.• He studied Hotel and Restaurant Management in Beirut and honed his skills in France under Meilleurs Ouvriers de France.• Chef Azar has held leadership roles at prestigious establishments, including Four Seasons Beirut, Intercontinental Phoenicia, and Lenôtre Paris in Kuwait.• In 2005, he transitioned to teaching at St. Joseph University IGE in Beirut, inspiring future chefs.• As a Master Consultant Chef, he works globally on culinary projects and co-founded Le Flocon Artisan Glacier, the region's first artisanal ice cream brand.• Chef Azar gained media recognition, debuting on MTV Lebanon in 2009 and appearing on Top Chef Middle East.• He earned 4th place at the World Pastry Cup in Lyon and led Lebanon's pastry team to victories in 2003, 2005, and 2009.• Chef Azar is an international judge representing Lebanon and the Middle East at the World Chocolate Masters in Paris.• He is the President of the Academie Nationale de Cuisine in Lebanon, the Middle East, and the Gulf.• Chef Azar collaborates with renowned designers and artist like Rudy Rahmeh, Tony Ward, Rami Kady, and Abed Mahfouz for chocolate dress creations and chocolate Sculptors.• His work has earned him accolades from the Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Culture, with his creations featured in major publications.