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Carlos Mampel, Best Craftsman in Spain

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> Why did you want to train as a pastry chef?

When my mother was cooking, I was helping her mixing the ingredients and I was so amazed at the textures and tastes we could get. As far as I am concerned, cooking was a pleasure.



> What do you prefer in your job?

Hard to answer. I am interested in everything from basic recipes to more elaborate recipes. At the present time, I am very interested in the chemistry of food and the artistic side of the Pastry.


> How did you hear about Flexipan®?

I think it was during an Intersuc Exhibition. I cannot remember the date, I have been using Flexipan® for such a long time !

> How did it change your way of working?

I think it was a revolution in the world of gastronomy because of its diversity, its efficiency for small pieces and its facility for moulding and unmoulding. I think it is an essential tool.


> What do you think of Flexipat®? 

It is a very interesting new concept as it makes our job easier. Moreover, it is a fantastic tool to make biscuits as they remain soft.

> When did you use it?

I used it to prepare a "crème brûlée" with chestnuts which I inserted in a log. It was very easy and quick.

> Have you got something to say about Flexipan® and another Demarle products?

Some time ago, I used Silpat® for a preparation. The assistants did not know this product. So I gave it to them as a present. They  cut a piece of Silpat® to keep it as a souvenir!

> Have you got any advice and tricks about Flexipan®?

You need to take good care of Demarle products: do not pile things on top, do not put them in a cupboard with sharp items next to them. You will keep them much longer !


> Have you got specific remarks to make?

A the end of the day, products made in Flexipan® are the most efficient!




Best Spanish Craftsman 1999

Captain of the Spanish team for the World Pastry Team Championship 2002

Demonstrated for different companies in Spain, France, Belgium, Portugal, Cuba ...

Collaborated in various gourmet magazines

Various trainings with famous Chefs (Pierre Hermé, Paco Torreblanca, Tomas Ortega,...)