Tasty competition held at college

RIBI Young Chef District winner Keiron McCormack at Hopwood Hall College

Young chefs from across the area flocked to Hopwood Hall College to take part in the Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland (RIBI) Young Chef Competition.

Having already competed in local rounds the nine young chefs met at the College to battle it out for a place in the regional finals.

During the competition the chefs had just two hours to prepare and cook a three course meal for two, which was then judged by a panel of experts.

Despite high standards from all the young chefs, it was Keiron McCormack, who attends Keiron McCormack from St Catherine's Academy, Bolton who won through.

Sue Hadfield, Head of Hospitality & Catering at Hopwood Hall College, commented: “We were delighted to be able to hold the competition at the College. Our industry standard facilities make it an ideal place to host a competition for such talented young chefs. The judges felt that the quality and standard of the competitors’ dishes equalled what you would find in any restaurant so they should all be very proud of themselves.”

In announcing their decisions the judges remarked on the high standards achieved by all the competitors and offered their sincere congratulations to all entrants. They also gave personal feedback to the three winners that would help them when they progress to the regional final, which is being held on Saturday 5 March 2016 in Kendal, Cumbria.