On top of this, food and beverage students Jessica Gibson and Ellis Clarke landed two golds and a silver from their three disciplines, with an unforgettable ‘Cornetto’ cocktail taking centre stage.

Accompanying the students at the show were the University’s chef lecturer Richard Dutton, food and beverage lecturer Joe Tabberer and apprenticeships manager Stuart Wildsmith.

“There was stiff competition right across the board, so coming away with nine silver medals and three golds was a huge success,” said Stuart.

“It was a long day for everyone involved, but the competitors learn so much about organisation, commitment and teamwork in the real world, so it was worth all the hard work.

“We had so many positive comments about the standard of the competitors and the exemplary behaviour of all our students and apprentices. We couldn’t be prouder of our students’ and apprentices’ achievements.”

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