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Now in its 16th year the competition is aimed at all levels of staff employed in any aspect of education catering capable of producing excellent craft pieces. It provides entrants with the opportunity to show off their skills which would not normally be seen during their everyday profession.

The Finishing Touches Display Salon will take place during the LACA Main Event at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole. Each Best in Class winner from the categories will receive £100 and the overall Best In Show winner will receive an additional £250.

The classes include: 50% Fruit Dessert; Cake Suitable for Special Diet; Cheesecake; Cupcakes; Decorated Celebration Cake; Decorated Novelty Cake; Filled and/or Covered Sponge, Gateau or Cake; Floral Sugarcraft Display Piece; Individual Fruit Tarts; Tray Bake and Vegetarian Quiche. REGISTER FOR FINISHING TOUCHES 2024.

Sarah Robb from Premier Foods said: "We are extremely excited and proud to sponsor the LACA Finishing Touches culinary competition, which has such a credible reputation within the industry.

“It is a great opportunity for school chefs to showcase their passion, drive and phenomenal pastry skills first hand. Now in its 16th year, we are looking forward to seeing the outstanding entries across all categories which are open to all levels of staff employed across the education channel. 

“Our McDougalls Flour, Flour Based Mixes and Reduced Fat Cocoa Powder offer an easy-to-use base for a range of sweet and savoury recipes from cakes and cupcakes to cheesecake and tarts – perfect for the categories open for entry for this year’s showcase. We are looking forward to being part of the judging panel and seeing the culinary talent that the education sector has on offer, best of luck to all entrants.”

Register for your free ticket to the LACA School Food Show to see the entries on display.