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Wild Wonders Bake-Off: Enchanted Rainforest Challenge<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Let your creativity run wild at the Chocolate Cake Competition during the 38th Annual Chocolate Ball: Enchanted Rainforest Gala!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us for an unforgettable evening of wonder at the elegant Rochester Riverside Convention Center on Saturday, March 8th, 2025. The highlight of the Chocolate Ball is our renowned Cake Competition, where local pastry artists craft extraordinary cakes inspired by this year\u2019s captivating theme. These stunning creations will be auctioned off, with proceeds supporting vital services for children and adults affected by epilepsy in our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year\u2019s theme, ‘Enchanted Rainforest,’ draws from the vibrant beauty of lush canopies, exotic flowers, wild creatures, and the hidden mysteries of the natural world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We invite you to immerse yourself in this magical competition and showcase your artistry, skill, and imagination in a celebration of nature\u2019s splendor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more details, visit www.epiny.org<\/a> or contact Jill Johnson at jejohnson@epiny.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2025 Theme: Enchanted Rainforest!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Create cakes inspired by the untamed beauty of the rainforest\u2014lush canopies, vibrant flowers, exotic wildlife, and hidden wonders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Not sure what to expect?  <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Browse our gallery for a sample of outstanding cakes from previous years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Browse Cake Gallery<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Rules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We take our cake seriously!  Please read this document carefully. Beginner chefs, information about how to make use of The Commissary is here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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COMPETITION RULES<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Ask an Expert!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Never been to the Chocolate Ball? No problem – we are here for you! Contact an expert with culinary questions and insight on what to expect.
Chef Kelly Scott, Get Caked, getcakedroc@gmail.com<\/a>
Michelle Hess, Engine 14 Brewery,<\/strong> themeathouse@engine14brewery.com<\/strong><\/a>
Mina Rivazfar-Hoyt<\/strong>, Bishop Kearney, minarivazfar@gmail.com<\/a>
<\/strong>Please contact Jill Johnson with any other event questions at (310) 995-6810 or jejohnson@epiny.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Register<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you have reviewed the rules and are ready to register, please complete this form<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Meet Our Contestants<\/h2>\n\n\n