The 2021 Dorset Food and Drink Awards have launched and you have until 11th July to get your nominations in!
As with the 2020 categories, the awards have been adapted to reflect the challenges of the past few years and as Covid continues to have an impact on the hospitality industry, it is more important than ever to support local food and drink businesses.
Dorset Food and Drink are once again sponsoring the awards which are open for entries until 11th July. Judging and a public vote for each category will follow once the awards close for entries. The finalists of the 2021 awards will then be announced on the 9th September in Dorset Magazine and online with the awards ceremony taking place on 4th October at the Hilton in Bournemouth.
If you know of a Dorset business that deserves recognition at this year’s events, make sure to nominate them before 11th July!
This year’s categories are:
The Face of Food and Drink 2021 (sponsored by Dorset Food and Drink)
This non-entry category recognises an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the county’s food and drink sector. This individual may not shout about their contribution but has had a wide impact on the sector overall. The winner could come from any part of the industry and the judges will select someone who is an expert in their field.
Best Newcomer (sponsored by Chedington Weddings)
Open to any business or individual who has started a food and/or drink venture in the last three years.
Best Product or Producer (sponsored by Saffery Champness)
The award recognises the fantastic food and drink products being made within the county.
Best Retailer (sponsored by NFU Mutual)
This award recognises retailers and is open to farmshops, markets and retailers.
Café, Coffee or Teashop of the Year (sponsored by Clipper)
The judges will look for a café, coffee or teashop in Dorset which is able to create an outstanding customer experience.
Casual Restaurant of the Year (sponsored by Harts of Stur)
Nominees will be accepted for casual restaurants across Dorset.
Chef of the Year (sponsored by Whitepepper)
This is open to chefs who are currently working within the Dorset food and drink industry and may come from all areas of the hospitality business.
Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year (sponsored by Furleigh Estate)
Nominees will be accepted for exceptional restaurants across Dorset which have the ability to create an unforgettable dining experience.
Food and Drink Innovation (sponsored by Chococo)
This award is looking for a pioneering product, service community, business or person within the food and drink industry.
Outstanding Front of House (sponsored by Creo Cabinet Makers)
Judges are looking for the level pf front of house provision that makes a truly enjoyable visit to the restaurant, hotel, café or pub.
Pub of the Year (sponsored by Country Image)
Nominees are accepted for fantastic pubs across Dorset which have created a distinct and high quality offering for their customers.
You can enter here – don’t forget to get your nominations in before 11th July.
