THE KOLACHE FESTIVAL Bake Show grand champions included, from left, Susan Vajdak; Callie Barnes, Olde Towne Kolaches of Houston including Craig Knappick, Carter, Lisa and Chloe Knappick, and Frankie Muehlstein. All were recognized at the awards presentation.
The 2026 Kolache Festival Bake Show results were announced on Saturday, Sept. 12.
The overall winners included: * Youth: Grand Champions: Callie Barnes, Caldwell, cheese; Reserve Champion, Logan Barnes, Caldwell, watermelon.
* Non-Professional Burleson County: Grand Champion, Susan Vajdak, Snook, apricot; Reserve Champion, Betty Suehs, Caldwell, coconut/ pecan/cranberry.
