The Christmas Bazaar was a resounding success - the hall was packed to the gunnels with people having a good time and showing their support.
I'll write more about the event on my other blog. This post is simply about the Mince Pie Tasting Competition.
This was a fun, and free, event where mince pies were presented (in tiny anonymous pieces) for the public to taste test and judge.
The seven bakers who produced the goods, did us proud. The public took it very seriously as they nibbled and munched their way through the offerings, some coming back for seconds.
Notes were taken, decisions made, then votes were posted in the small wooden post box which has long been a favourite toy of all my grandchildren. It was perfect for the job.
There was a clear winner. Diana, a local farmer's wife. She was shocked and surprised as she had only entered to make up the numbers.
Diana's Secret? Orange juice! In place of water, she used orange juice in the pastry. It worked brilliantly. The pastry didn't taste of orange, but had a zing which enhanced the filling. Well worth a try.
She got my vote, too.
