An Isle of Wight primary school chef has been selected by judges to compete in the 2021 LACA School Chef of the Year National Final.
All fingers will be crossed for Wendy Lohse, a school chef from Shalfleet C of E Primary School, when she competes against other finalists at the Birmingham Hilton Metropole, NEC between 12th and 13th October 2021.
Wild card finalist
Wendy is one of two wild card entrants chosen by the competition judges to take part in the National Final and compete on equal terms with the other regional finalists.
The eleven finalists will go head to head at the National Final in a bid to win the national trophy and £1,000 in prize money.
The meals
All participants in the LACA School Chef of the Year Competition have a maximum of £1.40 to spend and 90 minutes to prepare, cook and serve an imaginative two course meal suitable for serving en masse in primary and secondary schools.
With the inspiration for their ingredients, flavours and themes drawn from home and abroad, the contestants’ delicious main courses and desserts are destined to seriously challenge the taste buds of the judges at the national final.
Wendy will be cooking:
- Yakatan Quorn Ponuchos – Shredded Quorn on a filled tortilla topped with picked onions, served with rice, beans and salsa
- Aztec Alligator Pear Mousse – Spiced chocolate whipped avocado with coconut cream, fresh fruit and a mango puree
Prizes galore
The winner will also be awarded a work experience trip and an invitation to a calendar of high profile catering industry engagements.
The national second and third place winners will receive cash prizes of £500 and £300 respectively.
Best of luck Wendy and well done for flying the flag for the Isle of Wight.
Thanks to Hazel Green for sharing details on behalf of LACA School Chef of the Year. Ed.
