The Ruston Farmers Market announces the return of the Peach Cookery Contest sponsored by Park Haus, set to take place on June 3 and June 4, coinciding with the Louisiana Peach Festival.
This event invites community members of all ages to showcase their talents in preparing peach pies, cobblers, and a new category this year to include, jams, jellies, and preserves.
Contestants will meet at the Ruston Farmers Market, 220 E Mississippi Ave., at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, to present their jams, jellies, and preserves and at 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 4 to present their cobblers and pies. Judging will start at 6 p.m. and winners will be announced at noon during the farmers market on Saturday, June 6.
In celebration of the Peach Festival, the contest will unfold amidst the vibrant atmosphere of the Ruston Farmers Market, with the Drew Jones Teaching Kitchen serving as the venue. Contestants will vie for a grand prize in two age categories: Adult (18+) and Youth.
To participate, contestants must register at www.rustonfarmersmarket.org/
Judging criteria will encompass taste, texture, appearance, peach flavor, and creativity, offering contestants a platform to showcase their culinary skills. Participants may enter multiple dishes with each dish required to be prepared by the entrant.
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About Ruston Farmers Market
Since 2008, the Ruston Farmers Market has been a vital part of the community. Operated by North Louisiana Farm Fresh (NLFF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit since 2014, the market has grown into a year-round destination for fresh food and community programming. The mission of NLFF is to provide direct producer-to-consumer sales opportunities, support the development of a local food network, and conduct educational outreach of sustainable agriculture, health, and nutrition throughout North Louisiana.
