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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Gastro Pub of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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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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Oriental Restaurant of the Year
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Steak Restaurant of the Year
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Italian Restaurant of the Year
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Hispanic Restaurant of the Year
Best Spanish or South American Themed Restaurant
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Vegetarian – Vegan Restaurant of the Year
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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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Desi Bar & Grill of the Year
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Dessert Parlour of the Year
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People’s Choice (public vote)
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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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Chef of the Year
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Bar/Restaurant Manager of the Year
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Rising Star of the Year
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Street Food Vendor of the Year
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This category is open to street food markets, operators or vendors
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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
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Cocktail Bar of the Year
The judges will consider the following when reviewing your application.
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Traditional Pub of the Year
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Sommelier of the Year
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This category is open to sommeliers of wine or beer
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Hotel Bar of the Year
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Drinks Merchant / Tasting House of the Year
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Afternoon Tea Establishment of the Year
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Independent Coffee Shop of the Year
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Brewery/Distillery of the Year
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Hotel of the Year
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Boutique Hotel of the Year
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General Manager of the Year
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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