Entries open for prestigious Foodie Awards
“Our region is rightly renowned for its range and quality of food and drink and the Coventry and Warwickshire Foodie Awards 2025 offer a welcome opportunity for some of the purveyors of that quality to gain deserved recognition.”
The Coventry and Warwickshire Foodie Awards 2025 have officially launched, once again shining a spotlight on the region’s thriving food, drink and hospitality sectors.
Now a highly anticipated event in the local foodie community the awards celebrate the innovation, dedication, and excellence of businesses that contribute to the area’s vibrant food scene.
Entries are now open for restaurants, cafés, pubs, food producers, and artisan food and drink entrepreneurs looking to showcase their talents and commitment to quality. This year’s categories highlight a broad spectrum of the industry, including Best Restaurant, Best Street Food, Artisan Producer, Sustainability Champion, and Food Hero. Exciting new categories for 2025 include Best Vegan Food, Best Artisan Food & Drink Producer, and individual awards for the Best Burger, Sunday Lunch, Pizza, and Afternoon Tea, ensuring a diverse representation of the region’s culinary talent.
The awards are proudly supported by key industry partners and local sponsors, including Alliance Online, Coventry City Council, Warwickshire County Council, Aubrey Allen, Stratford BID, and Airdeska. Additional sponsorship opportunities remain available for businesses looking to align with this prestigious event.
Entries will be judged by an esteemed panel of food critics, chefs, hospitality experts, and leading food bloggers, ensuring a rigorous and insightful assessment of each participant’s entry.
Jonathan Smith, Founder and Organiser of the Coventry and Warwickshire Foodie Awards, commented: "Coventry and Warwickshire are home to an incredible array of food, drink and hospitality businesses that continue to set new standards of excellence. These awards provide a fantastic platform to celebrate their hard work and passion while encouraging continued growth and innovation in the sector.”
Warwickshire County Council’s Portfolio Holder for Economy, Cllr Martin Watson, said: “Our region is rightly renowned for its range and quality of food and drink and the Coventry and Warwickshire Foodie Awards 2025 offer a welcome opportunity for some of the purveyors of that quality to gain deserved recognition.”
Shortlisted finalists will be invited to a prestigious awards ceremony in May, where winners will be announced in front of industry peers, media, and food enthusiasts. The event promises an evening of networking, culinary delight, and well-deserved recognition.
Entries for the 2025 awards close on 28 March 2025. Food businesses and professionals keen to participate or learn more can visit www.cwfoodieawards.co.uk for full details.