NEW YORK — The 2025 New York BagelFest, created by BagelUp and presented by King Arthur Baking Co., announced its lineup of judges, composed of seasoned professionals, culinary enthusiasts and bagel aficionados alike.
Set for Nov. 16, this year’s event will bring together the best of the bagel scene in one centralized location. Competition categories include Best Bagel, Schmear of the Year, Most Creative and Best Showmanship.
A few noteworthy bagel makers on this year’s list of exhibitors include Utopia Bagels, Starship Bagel, Ess-A-Bagel, Fantzye Bagels and Holey City Bagels, among myriad others.
The 2025 BagelFest judges are:
— Einat Admony
— Tim Von Hollweg
— Ali Rosen
— Gabriella Gershenson
— Morgan Carter
— Dara Pollak
— Micah Siva
— Leah Koenig
— Kristine Borok
— Wai Chu
— Tova Sterling
— Justin Shukat
— Harvey Leeds
— Jason Lyons
— Julia Ain
— Tara Cox
— Shannon Sarna
— Liz Alpern
— Jeffrey Yoskowitz
— Rob MacKay
— Katie Workman
— Reva Castillenti
— John Frishtick
— Ryan Garson
— Mike Varley
— Chrissy Traore
— Ari Ackerman
— Scott Goodfriend
— Jeff Mao
— Sean Keeley
— Kate Lui
For more information and to purchase tickets for the event, visit the BagelFest website.
