Pastry Contest ‘Sweet Christmas in Estepona’: Festival of Flavors and Traditions in Estepona 2024
The Estepona City Council has announced the call for the Pastry Contest ‘Sweet Christmas Esteponera: Festival of Flavors and Traditions’, an initiative that promises to sweeten the Christmas holidays in the town.
Date and Place
The grand final of the contest will be held on December 15 at the Escuela de Hostelería de Estepona, located in the Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos. This venue is an outstanding center for events in the town, located on Avenida Litoral, right at the first exit from the highway that connects Malaga with Cadiz.
Registration
Those interested in participating have until November 15, 2024 to formalize their registration. This can be done through the Electronic Headquarters of the City Council or at the General Registry.
Participation Requirements
- Open to those over 18 years of age
- Individual or group participation
- Presentation of the recipe description report
- Photograph or graphic representation of the creation
Participation Categories
- Christmas cakes and pies
- Traditional sweets reinvented
- Free creations inspired by Christmas in Estepona
Evaluation Criteria
The ‘Dulce Navidad Esteponera’ Pastry Contest is not only about sweetening the festivities, but also about celebrating the richness of the local gastronomy. To ensure that the culinary creations reflect the essence of Christmas in Estepona, the jury will evaluate several key aspects. Each of these criteria is designed to highlight quality, creativity and commitment to local traditions, ensuring that participants offer unique and memorable proposals. The following are the aspects that the jury will take into account when selecting the winners of the contest.
The jury will value:
- Use of local and seasonal ingredients
- Flavor and texture
- Presentation and aesthetics
- Originality and creativity
- Relation to the theme ‘Christmas in Estepona’.
Selection of Finalists
After registration closes, the jury will select 12 participants for the on-site final.
On-site Final
The finalists will elaborate their creations on December 15 at the school’s headquarters, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm.
Prizes
The competition offers attractive prizes for the three best participants:
- First Prize: Professional mixer.
- Second Prize: Basket of products and professional mixer.
- Third Prize: Complete pastry kit.
Are you up for it?
Don’t miss the opportunity to participate in this exciting event! If you are passionate about pastry and want to showcase your talent, sign up before November 15. Share your creations and be part of a celebration that unites flavors, traditions and the community; we look forward to seeing you at the grand finale on December 15 to enjoy an unforgettable festival together!