Cornish Fishmonger of the Year 2011 - Newlyn Fish Festival - 29th August
Wednesday, 10 August 2011 14:17

Seafood Cornwall Training will host the first ever "Cornish Fishmonger of the Year Competition" at this year's Newlyn Fish Festival, taking place on the 29th August at Newlyn Harbour.

The competition aims to highlight the expertise of Cornish fish filleters and fishmongers from across the county, at the same time as promoting Cornish Fish and the profession to a wider audience.

Commencing at 3.30pm, individuals will compete on behalf of their company / employer for the coveted title. The competition will be judged by a panel of experts, including 5 x National Fishmonger of the Year, Duncan Lucas.

Competitors will be required to demonstrate a range of techniques and will be judged on their technique, speed and presentation. Full competition guidelines are available via the link below.

To enter:
Download the competition poster here
Download the  competition entry form and guidelines here

Closing date for all entries: 22nd August 2011

Prizes:

Winner
· Individual and company will be awarded with the title "Cornish Fishmonger of the Year 2011"
· £100 cash
· A Zwilling J.A. Henckels Filleting Knife kindly donated by "Pots n Pans" of Barnstaple

Runner up
· Dinner for two at the Navy Inn, Penzance, kindly donated by Chef Keir Miekle
· A Zwilling J.A. Henckels Filleting Knife, kindly donated by "Pots n Pans" of Barnstaple

For more information:
Telephone: 01736 364324
Email:   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Entry to the Fish Festival and the competition will be free of charge for all competitors.

 

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