Schools Cook-off Competition
Macroom Food & Family Festival will take place on Sunday 20th of September 2026. In partnership with Danone Nutricia Macroom, we are delighted to invite you and your students to take part in a very special event.
On Sunday 20th September, we will celebrate the creativity and skills of senior cycle students in our Schools Cook-Off Competition. We know that Home Economics classrooms are full of talented young chefs producing exciting and delicious dishes, and this event offers a fantastic platform to showcase that talent to a wider audience. We would greatly appreciate your support in encouraging your Senior Cycle students to participate.
Competition Details
Teams will consist of two students.
Each team will be challenged to create a recipe of their choice using local produce.
Recipes should put local ingredients at the heart of the dish and promote sustainability.
Dishes need to be prepared, cooked and served within one hour.
To download an application form CLICK HERE
Please return your application, before 4.00pm on Friday 11th SEPTEMBER 2026 to: info@macroomfoodfestival.com
From all entries received, six teams will be selected by judge Mark Doe to compete live at the Cook-Off on Sunday 21st September 2025. Finalists will prepare, cook, and present their dishes under Mark's watchful eyes. Dishes will be judged on creativity, execution, and taste before winners are announced.
Two iPads are up for grabs as prizes for the winning team.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or a member of the festival team. We look forward to your students bringing their skills, creativity, and passion for food to this exciting event.
Kind regards,
Caroline Conlon