#bakingcontest

[historicboyertown]

We’re having our 1st Annual Baking Contest during Oktoberfest this year! There are two categories, Youth -German Butter Cake (14 and under) and Adult- Black Forest Cake (15+) Judging is at noon during Oktoberfest, September 18th. For all rules, prizes and more information head to like link in our profile that says “Boyertown Oktoberfest” and scroll down to the baking contest! #boyertown #boyertownpa #berkscounty #pennsylvania #paamericana #pennsylvaniadutch #germanbaking #bakingcontest #blackforestcake #germanbuttercake #oktoberfest #supportyourcommunity #nonprofit #betterinboyertown (at Boyertown, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTNCftLrbRB/?utm_medium=tumblr

[therealcakebaker]

Since the movie Waitress pretty much started my career in baking about 11 years ago, I really need to see this @waitressmusical. Hope it's not too late. . . . . . . . #waitress #waitressmusical #bakersofig #baker #realcakebaker #career #careerstarter #musical #musicvideo #musica #bakingcontest #bakinglife #baked #thewinneris #1stplace #firstplace #contests #losangelesfood #bakersofig #play #bakersofinstagram (at The Real Cake Baker)

[weemsbotts]

The Secret Scandal Behind a Seemingly Innocent Object

By: Lisa Timmerman, Executive Director

One of the most enduring and delicious patriotic folktales appeared in Mason Locke Weems famed A History of the Life and Death, Virtues and Exploits of General George Washington when Weems claimed George Washington “…barked so terribly” a cherry tree. We can use this as an outstanding educational tool – from discussing the historical accuracy to examining why the story captured the public then and now. Facing some ridicule related to the tale in the early 1990s, our staff decided to bravely throwdown at Mount Vernon’s Cherry Pie contest presenting a pie based on that classic folktale and stole the show!

(Smith, Leland. The Man Who Planted the Cherry Tree. Monticello, AR: Cherry Tree Publishing, 1974)

On 02/13/1991, HDVI staff Jeannie Hochmuth and Ann Hoagland arrived at the contest to help advertise the museum with fun and light-hearted publicity. Mount Vernon’s Cherry Pie contest brought museums together from different regions of the state as Mount Vernon invited organizations with an association to George Washington to compete in different categories from appearance to taste. The pies had to have a theme, a story and connection to their historical site. Ms. Hochmuth and Ms. Hoagland warily accepted this invitation, taking three hours to “create” the pie and working into the night to finish the display. Ms. Hochmuth stated at the time of the contest, “We’re very intimidated by all this – we almost didn’t come…We’re just a little museum and we didn’t want to come up here and get embarrassed.” The Weems-Botts Museum entered their pie among 30+ other entries and immediately felt disheartened when George Washington, interpreted by William Sommerville, officially commenced the contest noting, “…ladies and gentlemen, I did not cut down the cherry tree.” After all, our contestants themed the pie around Grant Wood’s famous painting, Parsons Weems’ Fable, prominently featuring that very cherry folktale.

(Dean, Eddie. Dumfries Museum Axes Competition in Pie Contest, 02/1991 with Photographs by Robert J. Stewart)

Former President of HDVI, Al Hochmuth, recounted the dramatic events in HDVI’s newsletter by noting how, “…our two intrepid warriors invaded the hallowed grounds of Mount Vernon”, also invoking the biblical tale of David and Goliath. “But when it got down to the judges our entry won 1st place for historic sites, best in show and best tasting. Little does anyone know it was the first cherry pie Jeanne ever baked…At the awards presentation Jeanne remarked that we were the Rodney Dangerfield of museums, we get no respect, but after all, whether the story is true or not, it was the only reason the contest was held.”

Dumfries walked away with their heads held high and, according to our collection records, a 1980s replica bust of George Washington attributed to the “life mask” and sculpture by Jean-Antoine Houdon. When you walk into our Victorian Parlor, you might assume it is another object to remind visitors of the connection to Washington. Instead imagine the smile our “two brave warriors” must have had displaying the replica sculpture they earned from baking an edible version of one of the lasting, and frankly delicious, legacies of George Washington.

Note: February 2020 features opportunities to enjoy African American folktales, classic foundational horror, and love stories from our archives! You can find free tickets to our Children’s Day program here and the The Weems-Botts Bibliophiles: Historical Horror here. Your support continues to fuel our efforts to provide unique and safe ways to enjoy our local history!

(Replica Bust of George Washington, Attributed to Jean-Antoine Houdon. Collection Records indicate this is the prize Jeanne Hochmuth received upon winning 1st place. Inscription on back: “This is a mathematical reduction of the original life mask bust of Washington modeled at Mt. Vernon in 1785 by Jean Antoine Houdon”)

(Sources: HDVI Archival Files: Hochmuth, Al. Historic Dumfries Virginia Newsletter, 02/20/1991; The Potomac News Lifestyle: Dean, Eddie. Dumfries Museum Axes Competition in Pie Contest, 02/1991 with Photographs by Robert J. Stewart; Weems, Mason Locke. A History of the Life and Death, Virtues and Exploits of General George Washington. Philadelphia: J.B. Lippincott Co., 1918;  George Washington’s Mount Vernon Online, Washington in Art: The Life Mask of George Washington)

[blissfullyactive]

You are invited to join me for some fun this weekend inside my BlissfullyActive VIP Facebook Group. . There will be contest for Christmas Cookies and as well as your favorite Keto Friendly Christmas Treats and Recipes! . I will be giving away Gift Certificates as well as some various gifts just for participating and having fun with us! . I will also be sharing what is available With Zyia Active and how to find your best size. . Don’t head into the holidays without a pair of our most amazing Light b Tights because it’s a tummy tuck in a leggings! #happypants #tummytuck . The link in my bio so you can click the group there! . . . #leggingsaddict #leggingsarepants #christmasshopwithme2020 #supportsmallbuisness #ketolifestyle #keteoreceipes #cookingcontest #bakingcontest #joinusthisweekend #letsdothistogether https://www.instagram.com/p/CIZpB7qld4K/?igshid=1w72alzw0e10p

[authorjanolan]

Come out with the whole family to support the Friends of Sumas Library for this fun night of chocolate tasting & silent auction. Anyone can enter the baking contest to win cash prizes. Children and teens are encouraged to enter the Youth Baking Contest. Where: The Sumas Library (461 2nd. St.) When: 7:00 pm Contest entries must be dropped off by 6:00pm #VisitSumasWa #CityofSumas #FriendsofSumasLibrary #LibraryFundraiser #ChocolateFriendzy #ChocolateContest #Chocolate #BakingContest #FOSL #WCLS #WhatcomCountyLibrarySystem #WhatcomCounty #PacificNorthWest #pnw #pnwismyhome #pnwisbest (at Sumas, Washington) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8QMyhAg_g4/?igshid=cuxd6gw93it

[mainimagecards]

Results from Saturday’s “Ugly Sweater” cookie decorating contest. #uglysweatercookies #bakingcontest #decoratingcontest #christmascookies #baking #holidaybaking #holidayfun #pipingskills #pipingskillsneedwork https://www.instagram.com/p/B6axxQjpqc5/?igshid=1n9ohl7euy34o

[lifestylist]

Can’t believe I made it! Judging has started- here we go! #winedinedesign #lifestylist #bakingcontest #statefairoftexas #bigtex #dallasdweller #lifestylistlist (at State Fair of Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3kLXN2B3XK/?igshid=1b4acqibu0nwd

[bohemiangirlbaker]

Hoping to 3peat with this deconstructed Banana Pudding Pie @ the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services annual cook off... Fingers crossed 🤞 #pie #baking #kitchenwitch #foodalchemy #foodjournal #foodstyling #photojournal #bakingcontest #foodiesofinstagram #bakersofinstagram #photography #pudding #pieinajar #foodcrafting (at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2rlNuUHMTp/?igshid=14txfv1k3qp6e

[dcfairwi]

Admire the creativity and artistic entries for judging in the exhibit buildings at the Dodge County Fair August 14-18, 2019 (link in bio) #cakedecorating #dcfairwi #dodgecountyfair #travelwi #blueribbon #discoverwisconsin #explorewisconsin #baking #bakingcontest #wisconsin (at Dodge County Fairgrounds) https://www.instagram.com/dcfairwi/p/BwqJN5dllbU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=2m3tnbh1ybtk

[alvinmarktan]

Sweets and Bakes Asia is also happening concurrently. If your into baking and pastries, time to check out Cafe Asia 2017. Glad I caught the bake out earlier! • 2-4 March • MBS, Expo Hall E • loads of FREE caffeine 😆 #doodle #sketch #素描 #スケッチ #inkart #usk #noodlersink #inkfeature #coffee #artistsg #singapore #sweetsandbakes #cafeasia #exploresg #lakopi #bakingcontest #artgram #instaart #caffeinegalore (at Marina Bay Sands)

[joesmovement]

#Repost @mountrainierba with @repostapp ・・・ Amateur bakers, get your ovens ready for the 2nd Annual BAKE-OFF! **Categories include Cakes, Pies, Cookies/Brownies/Bars, and Breads or other savory baked goods. Visit our bio link for full details and sign up to participate today!! #mrbabakeoff #mountrainierday #bakeoff #bakingcontest #bakedgoods #mountrainiermd #getyourovenstarted (at City of Mount Rainier)

[sweetlorens]

When you're torn between making Fudgy Brownie and Oatmeal Cranberry cookies - make both! Our Brookie Cups are just as delicious as they are adorable and fun to make. 🍪🍪 Don't forget tag us in your brookie creations @sweetlorens and #sweetlorensbrookie now ‪through 11/17/19 to participate in our 1st Brookie Bake Off! Our top 3 favorites will each win a free Sweet Loren's Sampler shipped to their home and have their Brookie reposted in our feed. Winners to be announced on Monday 11/18/19. Open to residents within the Continental US. Not affiliated with @instagram. Good luck! Recipe link in bio. . . . #sweetlorens #besweettoyourself #brookie #bakeoff #bakingcontest #cookiedough #plantbased #vegan #glutenfree #nutfree #fallbaking #dairyfree #nongmo

[wehadourownsecretclub]

Twinkie Bunt Cake for the dessert contest, not a winner but so much fun to make 💛#bucketlist #smittenkitchen #bakingcontest #marshmellowbuttercreamicingasgoodasyouthinkitbe #trunkortreat

[authorjanolan]

The Friends of the Sumas Library (FOSL) is thrilled to announce that the much loved Chocoalte Friendzy is back! Feb. 8th at 7pm. 461 2nd. St. #Sumas Wa. Anyone can enter our chocolate contest to win cash prizes, taste as much chocolate as you want and take home some yummy auction items. Please check out our FB page to find out more details about this fundraiser. #visitsumaswa #CityofSumas #FriendsofSumasLibrary #Library #LibraryFundraiser #chocolate #ChocolateFriendzy #ChocolateContest #ChocolateTasting #ChocolateAuction #ChocolateLovers #choco #chocolate🍫 #chocolatelab #chocolatier #baking #bakersofinstagram #bakingcontest #desserts #dessertsgram #washingtonstate #WhatcomCounty #WhatcomCountyLibrarySystem (at Sumas, Washington) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7U6cNygNYV/?igshid=1dydzltei344a

[makemeadragon]

Cookie Clash t-shirt idea for #comicazi #bostonpartnersineducation #bakingcontest

[lifestylist]

It’s #bakingcontest time at the #statefairoftexas! Getting all of my ingredients together for the #cookie competition on Sunday. Super excited to enter my #dulcedeleche cookies that feature a #sousvide filling- thanks to #signaturekitchensuite for teaching me this innovative style of cooking! #winedinedesign #lifestylist #lifestylistlist #bigtex SKS appliances #sksdallas #sksdesigncouncil https://www.instagram.com/p/B3acC5GBizQ/?igshid=2sc2gi34j2id