Nutrition and Hydration Week has taken place every March since 2012. Its purpose is to bring people together to create energy, focus and fun in order to highlight and educate people on the value of food and drink in maintaining health and well being in health and social care.

This year, the event runs from Mon 11th - Sun 17th March. The highlight of every Nutrition and Hydration Week is the Global Tea Party which takes place on Wednesday. On this day, everyone taking part in Nutrition and Hydration Week to hold tea parties in their organisations.

This year, a new competition has been introduced - why not enter now? In conjunction with Love British Food who are supporting the week, the competition will focus on recipes using local produce.

The competition has 3 classes that teams can showcase their culinary skills, creativity and innovation, with a bit of fun built in – with the aim of leaving long-term legacies and inspiration for all..

Class One

Produce a traditional afternoon tea consisting of Sandwiches, Scones and cakes.

They all must be made using British Products only.

At least one sandwich and cake must be suitable for Vegans.

Class Two

Produce a traditional afternoon tea consisting of Sandwiches, Scones, and cakes.

They all must be to The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) stage 4 (Pureed)  https://iddsi.org

Class Three

Produce an Allergen free traditional afternoon tea consisting of Sandwiches, Scones and cakes

ALL items must meet the 14 ALLERGENS as defined by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) - https://www.food.gov.uk/sites/default/files/media/document/top-allergy-types.pdf

At least one sandwich and cake must be suitable for Vegans.

Judges Criteria

  • Compliance to each class requirements
  • Balanced recipes
  • Budget of £4.00 per head or other countries currency equivalent
  • Innovational ideas and presentation
  • To Have FUN

Closing date for the teams to submit the recipes and photos is 11th March 2024 by email to [email protected]

You can also download resources to put up in your institution here.