Queensland Bakery of the Year Announced!
Over 220 of Queensland’s finest bakers and pastry cooks attended the 18th Annual Baking Industry Association Queensland (BIAQ) Awards Night held last night (Tuesday April 20) at Hillstone St Lucia.
Chinese lion dances, a martial arts display, fire crackers, yum cha and a sea of vibrant red were all on show to mark the event, which showcased and, celebrated innovation, dedication and excellence within the baking industry.
The big winner on the night was Brisbane Bakery Le Bon Choix who took out both Brisbane Bakery of the Year as well as the Queensland Bakery of the Year. Translated, Le Bon Choix means "the best choice", and after tasting the goodies from this French patisserie with two Brisbane locations, BIAQ had to agree.
With a dash of Parisian flair and charm, Le Bon Choix, run by Frenchman Savico Basset-Rouge impressed with their tempting range of freshly baked sweet and savoury delights, accompanied by excellent coffee.
Savico will now be off to Malaysia to attend a pastry course at the acclaimed HTC School in Kuala Lumpur.
This years winners:
Central Qld Bakery of the Year – Pie & Pastry Paradise
South East Queensland Bakery of the Year - Beefy’s
Brisbane Bakery of the Year – Le Bon Choix
Queensland Bakery of the Year – Le Bon Choix
Marketing Award - Cakes By Judy C
Environment Award - Homestyle Bakeries, Toowomba
Best Newcomer – Joint between Twisted Loaf, Toowoomba and Crusty Devil
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Employer – Steele’s Bakery
Jack Sheeran “young Tradesperson of the Year’ – Aaron Skinn of Barcaldine
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