Wayne County 4-H/FFA Fairbook - Favorite Foods

General Information:

A. This contest allows members to prepare their favorite recipe and present it for a special occasion. Each contestant will be interviewed by the judge for about five minutes. Questions will be asked about the favorite food, menu, centerpiece, and place setting.

B. The contest takes place on July 17, 2025, at the Wayne Expo Building. Contestants will draw for judging order.

C. Guidelines for the contest are as follows:

1. Select and prepare a favorite recipe (doesn’t have to be from project books but should relate to learnings in project).
2. Plan a menu which includes the favorite food. Write on a recipe card.
3. Write recipe on a similar sized card. Exhibit both menu and recipe on table.
4. Prepare a centerpiece and place setting for one on a card table. Members must provide their own card table, table covering, place setting, and centerpiece.
5. Parents and leaders may assist in carrying in articles for display, but 4-H members are to set up their own display.
6. The favorite food may be displayed as the whole product or as one serving.
7. Contest is divided into three divisions: Novice ages 8 and 9; Junior-ages 10, 11 and 12; Senior ages 13-19. All ages based on Dec. 31 of the previous year.
8. Contestants must pre-register for the contest by 5:00 p.m. on July 2, 2025. Pre-registration information available at the Extension Office.
9. Entries will be judged on food, menu, table service, and the 4-H member. Scorecard is available for review by contestants.

Class:

B-403-901 Favorite Foods Revue