He advances to the 2021 SCOTY national final, which will take place on 12-13 October in Birmingham. The five South East regional finalists had an 1 hour and 15 minutes to prepare, cook and serve a school compliant two-course menu that is suitable for 11-year-old pupils in primary year 6 or secondary year 7.
For his main course Moody created chargrilled teriyaki Quorn fillet served with sushi rice and rainbow vegetable rolls. For his dessert he made a Japanese green tea chawanmushi style cream with fresh fruit and shortbread crumbs.
Moody advances to the national final where he will be cooking for the 2021 SCOTY trophy, a work experience trip and the £1,000 cash prize.
School caterers and school meal providers can register for free entry to the LACA School Food Show in October to watch the live final.