Registration and Setup:

• All participants must register prior to the event
• Registration fee is $35
• Each participant should bring their own utensils, napkins, and any other serving items they might need.
• Participants should prepare a brief description of their cornbread, sharing inspiration behind the recipe, unique ingredients, or any cultural significance. This description will be displayed alongside their samples.

• Participants must provide at least 40 samples (bite-sized or small portions) for tasting.
• Each sample should be individually portioned and ready for distribution.

Cornbread entries will be judged based on:

• Taste (flavor, seasoning, and overall appeal)
• Texture (moistness, crumb, and consistency)
• Presentation (appearance and creativity)

Judges and attendees will sample and vote, with a designated judging panel awarding additional points for creativity and cultural relevance.

• Best Traditional Cornbread
• Most Creative Cornbread
• Best Vegetarian Cornbread
• Fan Favorite (Based on audience votes)

First Place:

• Gift certificate
• $200 worth of prices and gift basket
• Trophy
• Refund of registration fee

Second Place:

• $150 worth of prices and gift basket
• Trophy
• Refund of registration fee

Third Place:

• $100 worth of prices and gift basket
• Trophy