World Butchers' Challenge captains go head-to-head before competition
Ahead of the World Butchers' Challenge, the captains of 14 nations’ teams squared off in Paris over the weekend.
Current RMITO Butcher Apprentice of the Year, Abigail Smith, has her sights set on the Young Butcher title after her success in the apprentice category last year.
"Last year's win set the standard for me and only makes me eager to push myself to the limit this year and take home the big title," says Abigail.
Entries are now open to the competition, which kicks off with a series of regional heats across New Zealand over the month of July.
The winners of each regional will go on to compete in the Grand Final, to be held on August 24 at the Viaduct Event Centre in Auckland.
During the Grand Final, the young butchers will be put through a practical exam, interview, cutting test and mystery on-stage element to determine who will walk away with the prestigious title and the prize of a study tour to Europe.
The RMITO Butcher Apprentice of the Year will win a study tour to Australia.
The competition is proudly supported by Alto, RMITO, Beef + Lamb New Zealand Inc., Dunninghams, Hellers, Kerry Ingredients, NZ Pork, Wilson Hellaby, Cabernet Foods, Natural Farm and Tegel Foods.
