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Categories & Criteria
PLEASE NOTE: That all the organisations or people nominated for any category must have been established for a minimum of 12 months or more, except for the catergory Venue Design of the Year.
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Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year
The Midlands is known for its variety of Fine Dining Restaurants.
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
- Restaurant must operate a tasting menu
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Gastro Pub of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
- Offers fantastic menus for food and drinks
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South Asian Restaurant of the Year
Restaurant features cuisines of South Asian Continent
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
- Authentic ingredients and flavours to your cuisine.
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Oriental Restaurant of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Authentic ingredients and flavours to your cuisine.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Steak Restaurant of the Year
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
- This restaurant should specialise in and focus on steak dishes
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Italian Restaurant of the Year
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
- Authentic ingredients and flavours to your cuisine.
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Hispanic Restaurant of the Year
Best Spanish or South American Themed Restaurant
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
- Authentic ingredients and flavours to your cuisine.
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Vegetarian – Vegan Restaurant of the Year
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
- This restaurant must be completely Vegetarian or Vegan
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Casual Dining Establishment of the Year
This category is open to cafés and bistro
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Desi Bar & Grill of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Dessert Parlour of the Year
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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People’s Choice (public vote)
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- This category is open to all three sectors (food, drink & hospitality) and is based on a public vote only and will be announced on the night.
- Must have been open/operating for a minimum of 12 months.
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Venue Design of the Year
This category is open to restaurants, bars and hotels.
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- High level of finish
- This venue delivers a visual wow factor
- Ease and accessibility to the operational team must be considered
- Must supply photographic evidence
- Quality of application and percentage of public votes
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Chef of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Demonstrates flair and creativity in the kitchen
- Evidence achievements over the last 12 months within their role
- Testimonials from within the industry
- Quality of delivery as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of team engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning to those around them
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Bar/Restaurant Manager of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Responsible for operational management of the bar/restaurant rather than a more office based manager which is covered by the separate General Manager of the Year category.
- Evidence achievements over the last 12 months within their role
- Testimonials from within the industry
- Quality of application and percentage of public votes
- Quality of delivery as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of team engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning to those around them
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Rising Star of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Someone who has burst on to the Food, Drink & Hospitality scene within the last 12 months or has come to widespread recognition during this period.
- Evidence achievements over the last 12 months within their role
- Testimonials from within the industry
- Quality of application and percentage of public votes
- Quality of delivery as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
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Street Food Vendor of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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This category is open to street food markets, operators or vendors
- Quality of service and standards as evidenced reputation, feedback and regulatory inspections if appropriate, over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
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Food/Drink Festival/Operator of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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This category is open to pop up events and festivals rather than all year-round operations
- Quality of service and standards as evidenced reputation, feedback and regulatory inspections if appropriate, over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Creating a unique and engaging experience for visitors to the festival
- Creates a great buzz for operators and venues involved
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Cocktail Bar of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Must show quality, innovation and creativity in creation of cocktails and drinks but also still provide a range of well executed classics
- Range of cocktails to suit all tastes
- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Traditional Pub of the Year
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- Have a wide, quality section of beers and craft ales
- Displays great community engagement
- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Sommelier of the Year
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- Accreditation via third party (eg Notable wine list – AA)
- Broad and appealing drinks menu
- Evidence achievements over the last 12 months within their role
- Testimonials from within the industry
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of team engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning to those around them
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Hotel Bar of the Year
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
- Quality of service and standard via reputable third-party sites, regulated inspection, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
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Drinks Merchant / Tasting House of the Year
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- Fantastic range of drinks available for on or off sale
- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Afternoon Tea Establishment of the Year
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- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
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- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
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Independent Coffee Shop of the Year
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- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Brewery/Distillery of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Quality of service and standards to customers and visitors
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Hotel of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Over 80 bedrooms
- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Boutique Hotel of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Maximum 80 bedrooms
- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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General Manager of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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- Evidence achievements over the last 12 months within their role
- Testimonials from within the industry
- Quality of application and percentage of public votes
- Quality of delivery as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of team engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning to those around them
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Venue of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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This category is open to those who hold conferences, corporate events and dinners
- The venue must hold minimum of 300 people
- Quality of service and standards as evidenced via 3rd party review sites, regulatory inspections, reputation and feedback over the past 12 months.
- Quality of application and percentage of the public vote
- Social media presence and engagement
- Reputation as ambassador and advocate of the local food, drink & hospitality scene, showing respect for peers, competitors and patrons.
- Able to demonstrate high levels of employee engagement and team development, providing opportunities for learning.
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Supporting Sponsors
Media PR & Marketing Partners
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