Hailing from Pontedera in the picturesque province of Pisa, Cecilia Tessieri Rabassi is the first woman to earn the esteemed title of “maître chocolatier.” This title embodies her unparalleled mastery in the art of chocolate making, from the finest selection of cocoa beans to the bespoke recipes that are crafted with great mastery.

Founder of her personal brand ‘Cecilia Rabassi’, the maître chocolatier explores the globe in quest of the finest ingredients for her chocolates. Each day, she demonstrates her unwavering dedication and fervour in her relentless pursuit of chocolate perfection.

Alongside an impressive array of accolades punctuating the maître chocolatier’s illustrious career, Cecilia Tessieri Rabassi has been bestowed with the prestigious title of Cavaliere al merito della Repubblica Italiana (Knight of Merit of the Italian Republic) since 2007. This distinguished honour is reserved exclusively for the foremost ambassadors of Made in Italy excellence worldwide.

In 2021, she was honoured with the London Chocolate Academy’s first President’s Award, a prestigious recognition for her revolutionary influence in the world of cocoa and chocolate. his accolade underscores her exceptional influence and ingenuity within the chocolate industry, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the international scene.