Mmmake it With Mince Challenge 2010
James Martin is searching for the nation's next young chef talent. Could it be you?
What is it all about?
Created by EBLEX, a division of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board, the Red Tractor Mmmake it with Mince Challenge is now in its fifth year and promises to be even bigger and better than ever.
With the opportunity to win bigger prizes and get access to better resources don't miss out on the chance to get involved.
Led by celebrity chef James Martin the FREE to enter competition is designed to engage, educate and inspire students in Key Stages 3 and 4 (age 11-16) to get cooking and appreciate the importance of good nutrition and quality ingredients.
Watch James Martin's Video Introduction
This video is also available to download and keep (see 'How to Get Involved').
With content designed to suit the new GCSE Food Technology National Curriculum, the competition aims to:
- Motivate your students with a chance to meet James Martin and win some fantastic prizes
- Build their confidence by encouraging them to work with a familiar ingredient
- Expand their knowledge by teaching them about budgeting and getting them thinking about where their food comes from.
The fantastic prizes on offer include:
Grand Prize for the National Winner
A day in London with celebrity Chef James Martin to learn about working in the catering industry with a behind the scenes trip to Saturday Kitchen and a chance to experience cooking in a top London restaurant.
Prizes for the Regional Winners
1st Place
£200 cooking equipment vouchers for the winning student's school and an iTouch for the student
2nd Place
£30 cooking equipment vouchers
3rd Place
£15 cooking equipment vouchers
Important Dates to Remember
| June 14th to October 15th | Registrations and recipe entries |
|---|---|
| October 25th to November 5th | Winning students informed |
| December 1st to December 3rd | Regional Cook-Offs |
| December 6th | National winner informed |
| February | National winner prize day |