Here's how we did at the Village show earlier today.
For reference all entries are made in 30%'s name for a couple of reasons. Firstly joint entries are not permitted and secondly there is a Challenge Cup for the most points scored by a female entrant. We stand more chance winning in this category than going up against "Fred" who wins the corresponding male category with ease every year.
First Prize
- 3 Carrots, any one variety
- 3 Beetroot, any one round variety
- 5 Apples, any one cooking variety
- Runner Beans, 6 pods
- 3 Beetroot, any one round variety
- 6 eggs
- 3 Carrots, any one variety
- Dish of any other fruit, Quince
- A jar of honey
- A specimen Cactus or Succulent
- 5 Apples, any one dessert variety
- 5 Tomatoes (not cherry), any one variety
- 5 Apples, any one cooking variety
- A jar of honey (set)
- None this year, but
- 2nd in the most points earned in the fruit classes,
- 2nd in the most points earned by a female competitor
It is worth mentioning that the show organising committee have brought in new judges. In previous years it had been noted that none of the baked good or preserves were tasted as part of the judging process. This was somewhat exasperating, as how on earth can you judge food solely on appearance?
This year the judges tasted the food entries and provided a note for each entry scoring it on taste, texture, appearance etc. Eggs are now subject to freshness testing, and inspection of the contents too. This is a much needed improvement to the show.
Both entries of honey were scored at 95/100, and it was commented that they had good flavour. It was also remarked that the set entry had a "good set".
We also entered two jars of crabapple jelly. Neither won a prize, but they were scored at 76/80 and 78/80. I'm really pleased with that, considering it was the first time I'd ever made a jam. The crabapple jelly with cinnamon was the entry that scored higher, with the comment, "good level of cinnamon - not overpowering"
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