EATON BISHOP VILLAGE SHOW
SUNDAY 20th AUGUST
EATON BISHOP VILLAGE HALL
This month, we set out below points that need to be considered for those entering the “Cookery and Preserves Section” of the Show:
Baking.
Judges are looking for:
External appearance…..colour, shape and uniformity.
Internal appearance…..texture and even distribution of ingredients.
Flavour….. flavour and aroma. Must be good to eat.
- First impressions count, so arrange neatly on plate.
- Cover with cling film to keep clean and hygienic.
- Cakes should be well risen, of a good shape and a moist fluffy texture.
- No large air holes when cut open.
- Cakes should have a flat or slightly rounded top. Slight cracking on the top is acceptable.
- Wire rack lines should not be visible.
Always read the Schedule carefully, check weight, size or number.
Chose a suitable plate.
Give yourself time to set up
Jam Chutney and Pickle.
Judges are looking for:
External standard…..container, cover, label and appearance.
Internal standard…..colour, clarity, flavour, consistency, texture of fruit or vegetable.
- Should be in a 375 ml or 1lb clear glass jar filled to within 1cm of the top.
- There should be no air bubbles or Scum.
- Labels should show main fruit or vegetable, with the day, month and year of making.
- Labels should be straight between the seams of the jar.
- Chutney and pickle should be 2-3 months old, to allow flavour to mature.
- Preserves should be covered with a wax disc.
Marmalade.
- Any peel should be tender and evenly cut.
- Colour should be bright.
- Consistency should not be too runny or too firm.
- No air bubbles or scum.
- Slightly bitter flavour.