Taste of Home – Young Cook Challenge 2027 Now in its third year, the Taste of Home Young Cook Challenge is back! Organised by the Department of Tourism and Hospitality at Munster Technological University (MTU), and proudly supported by Blas na hÉireann and the Association of Teachers of Home Economics (ATHE), this exciting competition invites students from across Ireland to showcase their culinary skills and creativity. The Challenge Students are invited to create a main course or dessert that: Showcases at least three locally sourced or Irish ingredients. Serves two people. Can be prepared, cooked and presented within 1 hour and 45 minutes. With special guest judges and fantastic prizes up for grabs, this is a wonderful opportunity for young cooks to get creative and celebrate the very best of Irish food! Closing date for applications: Friday, 22 January 2027 at 3:00 pm. How to Enter Students should download the application form and competition information using the link below. Please download the application form to complete your entry rather than filling it in directly on the website.   We look forward to seeing the wonderful dishes created by students from across Ireland. Let's get cooking!