The hunt for the country's best sausage roll is on with 37 Canterbury businesses vying for the top spot.
The inaugural Bakels Legendary Sausage Roll compeition is under way with judging expected to be announced in a week.
606 bakeries across the country have entered and 1818 sausage rolls will arrive in Auckland to face scrutiny on October 21.
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They will be judged on their pastry colour and quality, the traditional sausage filling and whether they are up to 'Legendary' status.
