A behind-the-scenes visit with Chef Benjamin, judge of the artisan bread competition
The thrill of winning a ribbon at the State Fair eludes many people. And I must admit I am one of them. But many seasoned winners will tell you they have learned from past miscues and from the comments they receive from the judges. So I decided to talk to a judge to see what he looks for in a winning entry and to see what tips he could offer competitors. Chef Benjamin, a master baker from France who works for Neomonde Bakery in Raleigh, is the judge for the artisan bread competition. This is the second year of the…