On Saturday, I had the honor of competing as a finalist in my little Connecticut town's Fall Festival Pumpkin Recipe Contest.
Selected by judges the prior week, my recipe for "Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes in a Ginger Graham Cracker Crust with a Maple Cream Cheese Buttercream and Candied Pepita on top" competed against other pumpkin recipes in both sweet and savory categories. The competition was judged in a "Throwdown" fashion with scoring by local food celebrities and "People's Choice" alike. And the result was...
I won!
Prizes and glory aside, it was a priceless experience in my little hometown. The weather was perfectly autumnal, and absolutely nothing beats the look on people's faces when they eat something that you are really proud of.
I will include the "award-winning" recipe after it is published in the local newspaper, so check back soon!
3 comments:
CONGRATULATIONS. not shocking, more than deserved.
I've been busy and haven't visited for a while. I came across you again and it was like returning to an old friend. Your cupcakes are beautiful, but your writing ... it takes me to another place ... thank you x
Can't wait to see the recipe! I love all things pumpkin. YUM.
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