Gingerbread houses are the architectural wonder of the baking world, and every year around the holidays, many variations in form and presentation spring up everywhere, including Downtown Hollister!  With the rich choice of ingredients, baking aids, and decorative items, imaginative cooks can create the most spectacular gingerbread houses and centerpieces.  Our Gingerbread House Contest is open to all.  There is no entry fee and there are only two rules.

To enter, simply complete an application and return it to the Hollister Downtown Association by Friday, November 30, 2007.  You will be assigned a host business once your application is processed.

Voting will occur between Friday, December 7th and Friday, December 14th.  A People's Choice Award will be given to the Gingerbread House with the most votes, so notify all your friends and tell them to come downtown and vote for yours.  In addition, judges will vote and give awards in the following categories, including Best of Show.

Third Annual Gingerbread House Contest

Reception December 15th, 2-4 pm

The Elegant Touch • 601 San Benito Street

Rules:

1.  Gingerbread Houses MUST BE EDIBLE.  Graham crackers, cookies, or other pre-made foods may be used for buildings instead of traditional gingerbread, but please, no cardboard or plastic.  Non-edible decorations may be used around the Gingerbread House as part of the landscape.

2.  Size limitations require houses and landscapes to fit on a 24 inch by 24 inch display board (576 square inches maximum)