
QFA Judges' Choice Award to return after huge success of 2024 category launch
Back by popular demand, the Judges’ Choice Award is making a highly anticipated return for the 2025 Quality Food Awards.
This unique category gives our expert judges the opportunity to shine a spotlight on exceptional products they encounter throughout the year outside the awards and have not otherwise be entered into the Qs. It's a chance to recognise hidden gems and celebrate outstanding innovation, quality, and craftsmanship in food and drink.
What is the Judges' Choice Award?
The Judges' Choice Award offers our panel of over 100 industry experts the opportunity to nominate exceptional products they've encountered, ensuring that hidden gems receive the recognition they deserve. These nominations are then evaluated alongside other judges' submissions, maintaining the rigorous standards the Quality Food Awards are known for.
How It Works
- Nomination: Each judge can nominate one product they believe exemplifies excellence in taste, innovation, and quality.
- Evaluation: Nominated products are assessed by a dedicated panel using our comprehensive 10-point criteria, which includes factors like flavour, aroma, packaging, and value for money.
- Recognition: The 3 standout products are awarded Bronze, Silver and Gold awards, which will be announced at our awards event in November.
What happens if your product is put forward?
If one of our judges contacts you with the exciting news that they are nominating one of your products for this prestigious awards, congratulations! This is already a huge achievement. The QFA team will be in touch soon with delivery instructions.
Who won last year?
Cornwall Pasta Co Organic Cornish Saffron Mafaldine | Gold
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Cool Chile Co Tomatillo Salsa
| Silver |
Ruby Violet Lemon Curd and Blueberry Ice Cream
| Bronze |
Key Dates for the 2025 Quality Food Awards
- Entries Close: Friday, 13 June 2025
- Judging Period: August 2025
- Shortlist Announced: Friday, 22 August 2025
- Awards Event: Wednesday, 12 November 2025
Browse our other categories here
Good luck!