Scottish Baker of the Year 2022/3 shortlist announced and Reid's of Caithness is in the running
25th March 2022
Scottish Baker of the Year 2022/3 shortlist announced and Reid's of Caithness is in the running
Reid’s of Caithness of Thurso has made it to the shortlist of the 10th Scottish Baker of the Year Awards following the annual judging day held in Dunfermline earlier this month.
With Scottish Bakers members each asked to put forward 10 of their star products to be taste tested by some 55 industry experts - nearly 500 products from 57 bakers were delivered for the judges to assess for appearance, the quality of the bake and taste.
With prizes on offer for the best scones, loaves, savoury items, morning rolls, individual cakes and biscuits as well as the latest categories including French and Danish style pastries and Free-from bread, biscuits and cakes, the temperature heated up quickly in the judge’s chamber, especially as the ultimate prize is to be crowned Scottish Baker of the Year.
"With nearly 500 products to judge, reaching the shortlist of this competition really is something to be very proud of" says Alasdair Smith of Scottish Bakers who organise the competition. “We really do wish all of our shortlisted entrants all the best of luck when the prizes are presented in May.”
The winners will be announced at a glittering Gala dinner at the Hilton in Glasgow on Saturday 7th May 2022.
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