Biscuit Bake Off
The International Biscuit Festival 2012 Biscuit Bake Off
Presented by Southern Biscuit Flour
The International Biscuit Festival Biscuit Bake Off, presented by Southern Biscuit Flour, seeks biscuit recipes in four categories: Savory Biscuits, Sweet Biscuits, Special Biscuits, and Student Biscuits (Students must be 18 years of age or under).
Each submitted recipe must include U.S. standard measurements, complete preparation instructions, cooking times and temperatures, number of servings, and any special utensils or cookware.
HOW TO ENTER:
The Biscuit Bake Off entry period begins March 1, 2012, at midnight Eastern Time and ends April 22, 2012, at midnight Eastern Time. There are two ways to enter:
1) By mail: Send your completed entry form, including recipe, and photo of Biscuit (photo optional), in English, legibly written, in an envelope with First Class Postage to International Biscuit Festival, P.O. Box 2263, Knoxville, TN 37901. Mail-in entries must be postmarked by April 22, 2012.
2) By e-mail: Send your completed entry form, including recipe, and photo of Biscuit (photo optional), in English, attached to an e-mail to entries@biscuitfest.com. E-mail entries must be received by April 22, 2012.
ELIBILITY:
Contest is open to legal residents of the United States and D.C. You may enter more than one recipe.
JUDGING:
Entries will be judged initially based on the entry form and recipe of biscuit by a qualified panel of judges. Finalists in all four categories will prepare biscuits at the Bake Off on May 19, 2012. A qualified panel of judges will select the Finalists, who will be notified by phone call or e-mail by May 1, 2012. All potential finalists (or finalist’s parent/legal guardian if finalist is a minor) will be required to sign an affidavit of eligibility and liability release and, where legal, publicity release. If any finalist fails to return the completed documents within the time allowed, or is found ineligible, or does not comply with the Official Rules, then the finalist will be disqualified, and an alternate may be selected. Finalist status and prizes are non-transferable.
Only one individual per entry may compete at the Bake Off on May 19, 2012; no teams or groups will be permitted. All finalists must participate in the Biscuit Bake Off on May 19, 2012 to be eligible to win a prize. If a finalist is unable to participate in the Biscuit Bake Off on May 19, 2012, or otherwise does not comply with the Official Rules, an alternate finalist may be selected, time permitting. All finalists will also have to make themselves available for media interviews and public relations events. All groceries and kitchen equipment, except a stove, needed by the finalists for recipe preparation at the festival are the responsibility of the finalists. Each finalist will be responsible for his or her own travel and lodging arrangements.
PRIZES:
First place winners in each category will be awarded prizes worth up to $300. Second place winners in each category will be awarded prizes worth up to $200. Third place winners in each category will be awarded prizes worth up to $100. A Grand Prize winner will also be declared. All prizes will be awarded May 19, 2012. Contest void where prohibited by law. All federal, state and local laws apply. Contestants agree to be quoted and/or photographed and to use of their names, photographs and recipes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times may I enter the Biscuit Bake Off?
You may enter as many recipes as you would like. Keep in mind that you must come to the Biscuit Bake Off on Saturday, May 19th to prepare your recipe or recipes if you are a finalist in any of the categories.
I am a professional baker. Can I enter the Bake Off?
Yes. You do need to know that you will be required to let the International Biscuit Festival use your name,
photographs of you, quotes from you and your recipe in any International Biscuit Festival publicity.
My young child wants to enter the Biscuit Bake Off. If he/she is a finalist, can I help during the contest?
No. Your child must be able to prepare, bake and present his/her Biscuits by him or herself. You, of course, may offer encouragement from the sidelines.
My twelve year old has a very creative Biscuit recipe. Does it have to be entered in the Student category?
No. Enter the category in which you want the recipe to be judged.
If I am a finalist, how much preparation can I do in advance?
You may pre-measure all of your ingredients which include any chopping, slicing or dicing needed. Do be prepared to bring all of your ingredients (e.g. butter for brushing on top of Biscuits, etc). Be prepared to tell the judges, if asked during the judging, any brands or specifics of ingredients that you used.
If I am a finalist, what equipment do I need to bring to the Biscuit Bake Off?
You need to bring any and all equipment needed to prepare and present your Biscuits. The International Biscuit Festival is only providing a preparation table, water for cleaning, and ovens.
What will the Biscuit Bake Off judges be looking for?
Judges will be looking for delicious, well-presented Biscuits. Some finalists choose to arrange their finished Biscuits in attractive serving settings.
How long should I plan on being at the Biscuit Bake Off if I am a finalist?
The hours of the Biscuit Bake Off are 12 pm until 5 pm. The order of the categories competing are (1) Savory, (2) Student, (3) Sweet, and (4) Special. You will be given a schedule ahead of time, but keep in mind that should you win first place in your category, you will need to stay since your recipe may be awarded Grand Prize Winner at the conclusion of the Biscuit Bake Off. If your recipe does not win first place, you may wish to go and enjoy all the other great activities of the International Biscuit Fest.
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