The Farmers’ Bank of Rustico & Doucet House Museums are thrilled to announce that chef Robert Pendergast will return as the celebrity judge of the Meat Pie Festival du pâté presented by The Handpie Company taking place from November 16 to December 15 across PEI!
Robert Pendergast:
Robert Pendergast was born into a family filled with storytelling, music, and with a healthy love of food. He grew up in Saint Louis, in Prince County, and is deeply rooted in the cultural and musical traditions of Prince Edward Island. One of six children, he learned early on the charms of the kitchen and the importance of breaking bread with others. His mixed Irish and Acadian heritage also meant he was exposed to a variety of cooking styles from an early age. Robert spent several years studying cooking and working in kitchens in Ottawa, Montreal, and Toronto, as well as several venues in Poland, France, and The Netherlands. Since his return to PEI, he continues to serve unique dining experiences!
Robert will be present at each regional event and will be paired with two local judges during each competition. Together, they will crown the winners in each region in two different categories - Traditional Acadian Meat Pie as well as the Non-Traditional Meat Pie. All 1st place regional winners in both categories will gather for the grand finale in Rustico on Sunday, December 15.
Regional events details:
Rustico - Saturday, November 16
Centre acadien Grand-Rustico - 2244 Church Road
Time: 3:00 PM
Details: Musical entertainment will be provided, and attendees will get to share memories about meat pie. Furthermore, there will be meat pie samplings for all spectators!
Cost: FREE
Rollo Bay - Sunday, November 17
Pavillon de l’Est - 861, Route 2
Time: 2 PM
Details: Musical entertainment will be provided by Richard Wood & Brent Chaisson. There will also be meat pie for spectators!
Cost: FREE
Charlottetown - Friday, November 22
Carrefour de l’Isle-Saint-Jean – 5, Acadian Drive
Time: 5 PM
Details: Musical entertainment will be provided by Salt Water Dollies.
Cost: FREE
Summerside - Sunday, December 1
Centre Belle-Alliance – 5 Maris Stella Ave
Time: 1:30 PM
Details: In a festive ambiance with Holiday music, folks will get to create their very own gingerbread house to take home! Beverages and a light snack will be provided.
Cost: FREE
DeBlois - Friday, December 6
Centre acadien de Prince-Ouest – 119 DeBlois Road, Route 157
Time: 6 PM
Details: The regional competition will be followed by a “Pub Night” with musical entertainment provided by Louise & Jonathan Arsenault. Folks will be able to purchase meat pies. The “Pub Night” is for those 19+.
Cost: FREE
Évangéline - Sunday, December 8
Centre Expo Festival – 1745, Route 124
Time: 6 PM
Details: During this regional competition, attendees will put their brains to the test with a fun game of Holiday trivia!
Cost: FREE
To register, review the category descriptions, review the contest rules and regulations and for more information, please visit www.farmersbank.ca.