Lanarkshire college chef lecturer invited to judge at major culinary competitions in Abu Dhabi

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A chef lecturer from New College Lanarkshire (NCL) was invited to judge at two major international culinary competitions in Abu Dhabi.Ann Brown, who is known as the industry’s "Marzipan Queen" joined the international jury at the Global Pastry Chefs Challenge and the Emirates Salon’s 25th anniversary contest.Having garnered a global reputation for her pastry work and food artistry during a career spanning three decades, Ann combines her teaching work at the college's Motherwell campus with judging competitions across the UK and internationally.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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Ann told Lanarkshire Live : “It was a real honour to be invited to judge at such a prestigious event. The type of judging used in this event can be quite difficult, as the judges only have five minutes to judge each category. "It’s crucial to stay ahead of the game