Lucy Latte and Cathy Chino write to each other every week. They
discuss the issues of the day, keep up-to-date with village affairs and chat about the latest bake. Raising Agents steams open the envelope on this personal correspondence, providing a unique insight into their world - why not take a peek?!

These fabulous friends take their inspiration from a variety of books and bakers, but no-one compares to Queen of Cakes, Mrs Mary Berry CBE, so pop on your pinny, grab yourself a wooden spoon and join them!

Saturday, 3 September 2011

The Village Produce Show 2011

4pm

Dear Cathy

I have just returned from the Show and I expect you are eager to know how I got on.

My Lemon Drizzle Cake was not placed, and I can't say I'm surprised. I am led to believe that the judge had very high standards, and there were several excellent entries. She did leave an advisory note for all entrants with a very useful tip for next time though:

'Best to test with a warm skewer as a cold one leaves a mark'.



There was also a note with the Bakewell Tarts as follows:

'Flan cases should be well filled. Always read the schedule carefully - 7" approx size."

I had a hot flush when I read it as it was clearly directed at me, but it gets worse I'm afraid. My tart was marked 'N.A.S. - Not According to Schedule' which means it was disqualified!



I tried to laugh it off, but truth be told, I felt quite ashamed. I let the village down, I let you down, and worst of all I let myself down.

The little Lattes did very well with their Rock Cakes, winning first and second prizes in the Under-8s category. They also won prizes for their Scarecrow Collages and their Poems.



That's all for now dear, I'm going for a lie down.

Lucy x


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