Last week author and artist Paul Swinney, whose work includes the Mackem Dictionary, published a recipe for pink slices on his social media channels and asked people to send in their versions of the classic Sunderland snack with the hashtag #MackemBakeOff.
He joins the SAFC branch liaison council who also put out a rallying call for people to have a go at pink slices, provided they already have the ingredients in the cupboard.
Even Fulwell73, the production company behind Sunderland ‘Til I Die, have got involved and have said that the best three pink slice creations sent to them by the time the second series drops on Netflix, on April 1, will win a pack of Fulwell73 DVDs.
We’ve rounded up some of our favourites, in no particular order.
5. Home is where the heart is
Love Joanne Youngson's creativity in the kitchen while encouraging everyone to stay home. | Other 3rd Party Photo: submitted
6. Ha'way the slices
High praise for @mobilemackem for his on-brand version, which was the handy work of his daughter and head baker Madeline. | Other 3rd Party Photo: submitted
7. Chin chin
@TartanMackem used six-months out of date raspberry gin jam in his creation - but it didn't affect the taste. | Other 3rd Party Photo: submitted
8. Sturdy effort
Colin Davison's effort looks particularly sturdy - perfect with a cuppa. | Other 3rd Party Photo: submitted