Most Creative is where anything goes. Unexpected flavors, bold ideas, and bites that push the boundaries of what a bagel can be. Meet the judges deciding who’s thinking outside the bagel at BagelFest West: 🥯 Aliza J. Sokolow (alizajsokolow) - Emmy Award-winning food stylist, chef, and media personality known for bold, visually driven food storytelling 🥯 Kerry Rose Schwartz (comfywithkerry) - Food and lifestyle personality known for her eye for aesthetics, trends, and standout culinary experiences. 🥯 Perrin Davidson (laeats) - Founder of LAEats and dedicated bagel expert with over 1,600 documented reviews and deep knowledge of regional styles. 🥯 Charlie Pennes - Founder of whitebarkworkwear, designer, craftsman, and bagel pop-up badluckbagels Because playing it safe won’t win this one. #bagelfest #bagelfestwest #expertjudges