January 20, 2011 | Peter Morenus

Soup’s On!

From left, Scott Chaplin, Charles Griffin, and Sterling Townes of South Marketplace prepare a leek, potato, and pumpkin bisque during the Culinary Competition Jan. 13. Photo by Peter Morenus

<p>Scott Chaplin, left, Charles Griffin, and Sterling Townes of South Marketplace prepare a leak, potato and pumpkin bisque while competing with chefs from around campus in the 11th annual Culinary Competition held on January 13 at Rome Commons Ballroom. Photo by Peter Morenus</p>
From left, Scott Chaplin, Charles Griffin, and Sterling Townes of South Marketplace prepare a leek, potato, and pumpkin bisque, while competing with chefs from around campus in the 11th annual Culinary Competition on Jan. 13 at Rome Commons Ballroom. Photos by Peter Morenus
<p>A steady hand and a sharp knife come in handy during the culinary competition. Photo by Peter Morenus</p>
A steady hand and a sharp knife come in handy during the culinary competition.
<p>Peter Deuel of the Union Street Market concentrates while making short work of this spud. Photo by Peter Morenus</p>
Peter Deuel of the Union Street Market is all concentration, as he makes short work of this spud.
<p>Pashupati Karki, left, of the South Marketplace prepares garnishes as he finishes his entry in the culinary competition.Photo by Peter Morenus</p>
Pashupati Karki, left, of the South Marketplace prepares garnishes to top his entry.
<p>Nancy Kam of the Union Street Market prepares squash as she competes with chefs from around campus. Photo by Peter Morenus</p>
Nancy Kam of the Union Street Market prepares squash.