Lafayette College is hosting its 2nd annual Edible Books Contest on Monday, April 2 in Skillman Library to celebrate the birthday of French gastronome and author Jean-Anthelme Brillat-Savarin and April Fools’ Day. Everyone is invited to submit entries made of edible materials and relating to books—-by form, literary inspiration, or subject. For example, books might have waffles or graham crackers for pages or be in the shape of a scroll. A book made of Greek pastry might be a “booklava.” Last year’s winners were: “Brittle Women,” “Oloafer's Twist,” “The Tale of Peter Rabbit,” and “Dao De Jing.” Photos of last year’s winners can be viewed at http://flic.kr/s/aHsjue4TNP. More information and inspiration can also be found on the International Edible Book Festival's website at www.books2eat.com.
SCHEDULE, APRIL 2
11am: Deadline for entries to be dropped off in Skillman Library's Simon Room
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11am-12pm: Public preview, photography & judging (including People’s Choice voting)
12-1pm: Lunch reception and eating of the edible books
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AWARD CATEGORIES
Most Booklike
Most Creative
Most Humorous
Best Student Entry
People’s Choice
Best in Show
JUDGES
Entries will be judged by a panel including Lafayette College president Dan Weiss and Andrei Koch ‘13 of the Lafayette Food Appreciation Troupe.
ENTERING
Entry forms can be accessed in advance at http://library.lafayette.edu/ediblebooksentry, printed and brought with entries or completed at Skillman Library on the day of the contest. Entries can be submitted by individuals or groups.