FTT Department

Bake Off

Mrs Barrow

The Bolton School Bake Off competition took place again this year, starting out with 28 keen bakers from Years 7 to 9. Contestants prepared and submitted products based on the weekly theme under strict time limits. Judging was based on skill, presentation, creativity and taste and each week the bakers tackled different skills which became progressively more difficult as the competition unfolded. Elimination also got progressively more difficult as pupils upped their stakes and battled to stay in the competition for the next round. The ‘Showstopper’ final round allowed bakers to showcase their depth of skill and talent. The exceptionally high standard was commendable and all products were impressive. Well done to all girls who took part, those who achieved Star Baker awards, and last but not least all six finalists! The runners up were Isabelle Martin and Frankie Williams Denton. Isabelle created a fantastic trio of delicious gluten free desserts, and Frankie tackled concerns over high sugar in our diet and skilfully created a coconut and lime cake using only natural sugars. Riya Hasija created a beautiful Rubik’s Cube of 25 cake pieces, featuring all her favourite things to bake. This was both creative and delicious and gained her the well-deserved title of Bolton School Bake Off Winner 2019. Well done, Riya!

Party Platters

Year 9 pupils worked in groups to make a range of Party Platters based on cuisine from around the world in their Food Technology lessons.

Food Preparation

Y10 pupils studying Food Preparation and Nutrition enjoyed a demonstration from Lewis Gallagher, butcher and award-winning chef from Provenance Food Hall, Westhoughton. Mrs James said: “The girls watched a demonstration and then worked hard to quarter a whole chicken before being shown how to use the cuts in four different dishes, ranging from simple to restaurant-ready.”

GCSE & A Level

Scan this QR code to view a gallery featuring photos of all GCSE Food Technology students’ meals produced for their coursework.

Please note: Due to exam board regulations this gallery will become available on 2 September 2019.