WRITE-IT! Competition
Well done Rebecca.
Rebecca from Helston, Cornwall, triumphed amongst literary hopefuls nationwide with her account of 'The Perfect Belgian Waffle'. The competition, set up by the Guild of Food Writers and sponsored by Sacla'; your favourite irresistible Italian food people, invited budding young writers between the ages of 15 and 18 years to write a 750 word piece on any food related subject.
Rebecca chose to write about her favourite dish from her local cafe at Mullion Meadows. The judging panel, all well established in the world of food photography or journalism, were impressed with the creative flair and deliciously evocative imagery, which demonstrated a real passion for good food.
Catherine, from Reading, was runner up with her passionate piece entitled 'The Perfect Slice' in homage to the tradtional sandwich cake.
COOK IT! Competition
Well done Serena.
Sussex schoolgirl Serena Moriarty saw off stiff competition in the COOK IT! grand final to be crowned champion for 2008.
With just ?20 to spend on ingredients, 14 year old Serena served up a 2 course sensation to impress the prestigious judging panel; Fillet of Pollack with herb butter wrapped in bacon, followed by a mouth-watering Squidgy Chocolate and Raspberry Pudding.
The COOK IT! competition is run by the Guild of Food Writers and Sacla', in a bid to find the nation's next great chefs. It's open to any wannabe chef aged between 10 and 14 who is up for the challenge of creating a scrumptious 2 course family meal using mainly fresh and healthy ingredients.
To celebrate her success, Serena will be treated to a culinary tour of London, Italian style of course; learning about Italian cookery at top London restaurant Locanda Locatelli and enjoying a shopping spree at top kitchen store Divertimenti.
Runners up, Nicola, aged 13 and Andrew, aged 11 also cooked up a storm for the judges, demonstrating real zest and passion for food. Nicola will be enjoying an Italian Experience in Edinburgh and Andrew gets to learn new skills at an Italian cookery school.
If you fancy having a go, or know any budding young cooks who would like to get involved look out for the competition again next year - entries open in February.
Sacla' are proud to be part of the Abergavenny Food Festival this September. Sponsoring the Food Academy, there'll be heaps of foodie fun for kids, from Pasta and Pesto workshops to sausage making.
Adults won't be left out though as we're hosting a Pesto and Prosecco bar, so why not drop your children off and take a seat.