Wilmington Pastry Chef Competing In Greatest Baker Contest
Wilmington Pastry Chef Competing On Greatest Baker Contest
Laura DelPercio, a former Pastry Chef, is competing in the Greatest Baker Contest. She has made it to the Quarterfinals after 4 weeks of elimination rounds. Online voting has begun and will run through December 29, when the winner will be determined.
The Greatest Baker is an online, public voting competition hosted by celebrity bakers Alice Fervonia and Sophie Faldo, both finalists from past seasons of the Great British Bake Off.
“I’m excited to be competing in the Quarterfinals for the Greatest Baker Contest,” said Laura DelPercio. “It’s been an exciting journey to get here, and I’m grateful for all the support I’ve received. I’m looking forward to the next round of competition and hope to win the $10,000 prize and a spread in Baked From Scratch Magazine.”
Laura began her career training with a Swiss Master Pastry Chef. Later she trained at the International School of Confectionary Arts in Gaithersburg, MD. Laura worked for years as a pastry chef in local Country Clubs then opened her own business.
Voting is open to the public and hero votes can also be cast. Proceeds from hero votes will go to the Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation.
For more information, or to cast your vote for Laura, click here.

Trader Joe's Holiday Line-Up Will Have You Rushing Over There
Trader Joe’s Holiday Line-Up Will Have You Rushing Over There.
There’s a lot of holiday items that appear just once a year. You have to grab them as soon as you see them because you know they’ll run out fast.
Now is the time to stock up on hot ticket items like peppermint mocha coffee creamer and egg nog. Yum!
Amongst many of our favorites is some of the best Trader Joe’s exclusives.
We love their prices and their end of the aisle surprises. Their twist on seasonal favorites has us coming back for more every year.
Trader Joe’s has one of the best selections of nuts and cheese to make your “CharcuTREE” this holiday season. Their affordable frozen meats are also a regular purchase for many of us, especially if you have a storage freezer.
This is a great time to stock up on your favorites if you have family coming in for the holidays.
We can’t say enough good things about TJ’s proprietary spins on classic favorites like the Grump Tree, which is their grinch inspired decorative tree.
Justin even brought some of them into the studio for everyone. We were all excited by the conveniently shaped gingerbread cookie men who hang on your mug!
Trader Joe’s Holiday Line-Up Will Have You Rushing Over There. Grab these hot items now while there’s still time. You are sure to find something for everyone in your house. If you’re attending a few holiday parties, this should definitely be a stop along the way. You’re guaranteed to find a great contribution as a guest or even a gift for the host/hostess!
In addition to the list below of Trader Joe’s Holiday Line-Up Will Have You Rushing Over There, you can also find:
flavored hot chocolates
candy canes
cough drops and supplements
chilis and soups
seasonal desserts
seasonal appetizers and so much more!