Contest call to all our budding young chefs
Could you be crowned the culinary king or queen in a Scarborough young chefs contest?
Last year both the town’s Rotary clubs organised a hugely successful competition at Yorkshire Coast College, and are now calling on local youngsters to apply this year.
Roger Kaye, the Rotary Club of Scarborough’s Youth Services Committee chairman, said: “We have contacted all secondary schools and colleges telling them about the competition.
“But we need to spread the word wider; so any young person wishing to take part in the competition should contact me on 07961 546462 or email rogerkaye8@btinternet.com and I will send them an entry form. Or alternatively contact Jonathan Knight on 07753 574526 or email jonathank2000@hotmail.com.”
The competition is open to anyone aged 11 to 17 in full-time education on August 31, 2015.
They will be expected to prepare a healthy three-course meal for two people, costing less than £15. The heats will take place on Monday November 23 at Yorkshire Coast College.
“This provides a real challenge to potential young chefs, testing not only their culinary skills but creativity, planning and budgeting,” added Mr Kaye.
James MacKenzie, the Michelin-star chef from the Pipe and Glass Inn in South Dalton, will lead the judging panel, as well as mentoring the local winner. Last year’s winner Rebecca Palmer, a student at Yorkshire Coast College, went on to win the district final in York and has since been sponsored on Rotary’s Youth Leadership Award course by the Scarborough Rotary Club.