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6TH ANNUAL LIGONIER HIGHLAND GAMES SHORTBREAD CONTEST

THINK YOU MAKE THE BEST HOME MADE SHORTBREAD AROUND?  HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO EARN BRAGGING RIGHTS AND SOME PRIZE MONEY TOO!  ENTER TO WIN THE TRADITIONAL AND SPECIALTY CATEGORIES!

SCROLL DOWN FOR MORE INFORMATION, OFFICIAL RULES AND ENTRY FORM!


SIXTH ANNUAL SHORTBREAD BAKING COMPETITION

OFFICIAL RULES

NO STORE BOUGHT DOUGH OR COOKIES – Shortbread dough must be prepared by the person entering the contest.
 
Entries can be in Traditional or Specialty (flavored or gourmet) category.
 
Entries must include a list of ingredients in case of allergies among judges – Note: A recipe is not needed, just the names of the ingredients.

No fee for entering contest; All entrants must however have an admission ticket to the Highland Games.

A minimum of 6 pieces are required for judging purposes.  Pieces can be in any shape (wedge, rectangle, bar, etc.)

Entries must be delivered to the Headquarters tent before 2:00 PM on Saturday.

You may enter both categories but a separate entry form must be completed for each entry.

Do not put any markings, writings or documentation on packaging of entry – entries will be assigned a number at the HQ tent when submitted and you will get a copy of the number for your entry.

Judging will occur at 2:30 PM, results announced at awards ceremony on Saturday.  Do not need to be present to win.

Shortbread will be judged on taste, texture and appearance.

Prizes for each category:
1stPlace  =$50 Gift Card                      
2nd Place=$30 Gift Card
3rd Place =$20 Gift Card

THINK YOU MAKE THE BEST HOME MADE SHORTBREAD AROUND?  HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO EARN BRAGGING RIGHTS AND SOME PRIZE MONEY TOO!  ENTER TO WIN THE TRADITIONAL AND SPECIALTY CATEGORIES!
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2019 SHORTBREAD CONTEST WINNERS:

2019 TRADITIONAL SHORTBREAD CATEGORY
1st PLACE: HEATHER WHITMORE
2nd PLACE: MELANIE SANDROCK
3rd PLACE: LIZZIE FORRINGER

2019 SPECIALTY SHORTBREAD CATEGORY

1st PLACE: KAREN LARSON
2nd PLACE: MARYBETH DODGE
3rd PLACE: SUE MONTGOMERY


2018 SHORTBREAD CONTEST WINNERS:

2018 TRADITIONAL CATEGORY WINNER: ELLEN McLAREN TRESKY
2018 SPECIALTY CATEGORY WINNER: KAREN LARSON

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KAREN LARSON

2018 HONORABLE MENTION: ALEX JARDINE


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Become a sponsor of the Ligonier Highland Games and help us continue the tradition of preserving and promoting Scottish arts and heritage. Your donation will be recognized on our website and in the souvenir program book.  Other benefits can include V.I.P. seating, hotel accommodation and becoming an honorary chieftain.  Click link above to find out more.


DONATE TO HAVE A MEDAL OR TROPHY NAMED TO HONOR SOMEONE SPECIAL

SPONSOR A MEDAL/TROPHY SET FOR AN EVENT

THE COSTS OF RUNNING THE HIGHLAND GAMES INCREASE EACH YEAR AND OUR FULLY VOLUNTEER STAFF WORKS HARD TO KEEP COSTS DOWN AND GENEROUSLY SUPPORTS THE GAMES TOO.  YOU CAN HELP BY SPONSORING A MEDAL SET FOR AN EVENT FOR $40 OR A TROPHY/PLAQUE SET FOR $80.  SPONSORS WILL RECEIVE A FREE TICKET AND  BE LISTED ON THE WEBSITE AND IN THE PROGRAM BOOK.
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SPONSOR A SCHOLARSHIP FOR A MUSICIAN OR DANCER

SCHOLARSHIP  SPONSORS WILL RECEIVE TWO FREE TICKETS AND  BE LISTED ON THE WEBSITE AND IN THE PROGRAM BOOK.
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