FHA Bakery Challenge

FHA-HoReCa 2024 welcomes a brand new competition dedicated to the art of baking – FHA Bakery Challenge. This inaugural competition aims to elevate artisanal baking skills in the region by fostering creativity, nurturing new talent, and providing a platform for industry exchange.

Held alongside the Asian Gelato Cup and FHA Dessert Challenge, this challenge offers spectators a chance to witness the artistry and innovation of bakers from around the region. Baking to the theme of “Grand Breakfast,” competitors are tasked to redefine traditional ideals of breakfast using their skills and creativity by crafting visually stunning and delectable bakes.

Witness the rising stars in the SEA region compete for the coveted champion title and gain recognition for their exceptional achievements.

Key Information

Date: 22 October 2024
Venue: Singapore Expo, Hall 3

Registration is Closed

Thank you for your interest!

Rules & Regulations

Registration Criteria

This is a team-based competition, consisting of the following:
• 1 x Team Manager
• 2 x Team Members

Team Members must be citizens or permanent residents of the nation/territory participating in the competition.

Participating teams must come from the following geographical areas:
• Cambodia
• China
• Hong Kong SAR
• India
• Indonesia
• Japan
• Macau SAR
• Malaysia
• Pakistan
• Philippines
• Singapore
• South Korea
• Sri Lanka
• Taiwan
• Thailand
• Vietnam

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for more information.

Registration Fees

There will be a registration fee of SGD 400 per team.

Please note that this registration fee is non-refundable for any reason including application withdrawal or competition cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances.

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for more information.

Competition Prizes

FHA Bakery Challenge Champion: Champion Title Holder, Trophy & Gold Medals

2nd Runner-Up: Trophy & Silver Medals

3rd Runner-Up: Trophy & Bronze Medals

Medals & Certificate of Awards for the following categories:
• Best Viennoiseries & Artisan Baguette
• Best Artistic Showpiece
• Best-Tasting Degustation Prize (Based on total points of professional judges’ tastings)

Key Dates

Date	Activity
10 June	Registration Opens
10 July	Registration Closes
11 July	Confirmation of Participation
15 July	Submission of Uniform Sizes
15 July	Submission of Team Photos
5 August	Submission of Menu & Recipes
21 October	Onsite Briefing, Kitchen Walkthrough & Set-Up
22 October	FHA Bakery Challenge 2024 Commences

This schedule of events is tentative and subject to change.

FAQs

What is the deadline for registration?

Registration closes on 10 July 2024 at 11:59 PM (GMT +8).

How many people can be in a team, and can I have more/less than the required number?

Each team will consist of:
• 1 x Team Manager
• 2 x Team Members

Applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

What items will my team prepare for this competition?

Your team will be judged on the following items:
• Demi Artisan Baguette
• Asian Buns
• Healthy Muffin
• Viennoiserie
• 1 x Artistic Bread Showpiece

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for in-depth details on each item.

What is the competition day schedule?

All participating teams have two (2) hours to set up their kitchen one (1) day before the scheduled competition date.

This schedule of events is tentative and subject to change.

Time	Activities
7:15 AM	Teams arrive at the competition venue, enter their kitchens and report to the kitchen manager 45 minutes prior to scheduled time.
7:45 AM	Kitchen inspection conducted by the kitchen manager and competition judges.
8:00 AM	Competition begins.
12:30 PM	Healthy Muffin tasting commences. Teams to showcase their creations one after another in five (5)-minute intervals.
1:00 PM	Artisan Baguette tasting commences. Teams to showcase their creations one after another in five (5)-minute intervals.
1:45 PM	Asian Bun 1, 2, and 3 tasting commences. Teams to showcase their creations one after another in10-minute intervals.
2:30 PM	Laminated Dough (Danish & Croissant) tasting commences. Teams to showcase their creations one after another in 10-minute intervals.
3:00 PM	Teams to start setting up the Buffet. Ingredients and composition of all dishes will be announced to the public.
4:00 PM	Teams to finish setting up the Buffet. Judging starts. Five (5) penalty points will be deducted from the total score for every minute delayed during the Buffet setup after 4:00 PM.

This schedule of events is tentative and subject to change.

Is there a dress code for competitors?

Standard uniforms (chef jackets/tops) will be provided for three (3) members of each team. Standard chef hats or competition-sponsored hats must be worn.

Safety-style, non-slip footwear must be worn. Sports shoes are not allowed in the kitchen.

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for more information.

I am bringing my own equipment that requires power, what voltage is used in Singapore?

Singapore uses a standard voltage of 220-240V and plug types G and C.

1 x 13 A power will be provided in each competition kitchen.

Please ensure you bring the adapters required for your equipment.

Will my team be reimbursed for any airfare or accommodation expenses?

Once your participation has been confirmed by the organiser, we will provide the following:

• Economy airfare of up to SGD 300 per team member and full economy airfare for the team manager. The reimbursement of the airfare will be based on the actual airfare incurred with the provision of original receipts/invoices.

• Accommodation for two (2) team members and one (1) team manager, consisting of one (1) twin-sharing room and one (1) single room for each team for up to a total of three (3) room nights.

Please refer to the Competition Rules & Regulations for more information.