Lane County High School Culinary Competition 2009

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The Lane Education Service District (ESD) announced the winners of the 7th Annual Lane County High School Culinary Competition Monday May 11th at the Lane Community College Center for Meeting and Learning.

Eleven teams of high school students, working with local professional chefs, prepared and presented entrées featuring chicken breast and a dessert featuring mango. The chicken was donated by Tyson Foods and produce was donated by Organically Grown Company. A team of 6 judges, comprised of local celebrities and professionals in the culinary arts field, rated each team in a variety of categories ranging from how they prepared the food to how it tasted.

Over 150 people, including many event sponsors, were present for the awards banquet.

“If there is one thing I would like all you students to hear tonight, it is that you are all winners for taking this event on. I want you to feel honored for your dedication, commitment, and quality of your performance throughout this competition.” said awards banquet emcee Mark Wreath of the Lane ESD.

Category Winners

Best Teamwork — Crow High School

Best Cutlery Skills — South Eugene High School

Best Safety and Sanitation — Crow High School