The 13th annual Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards celebrate the achievements of the UK’s leading and emerging writers, photographers, broadcasters and creators.
The shortlist and winners are selected by an independent panel of expert judges in 13 categories from work published or broadcast during in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland between 1 January and 31 December 2024.
The judges aim to reward work that combines creativity, skill, clarity, and sound judgment to significantly contribute to the appreciation and enjoyment of good food and drink. The elements considered include fresh and original content, authenticity, visual flair, engaging style, and unique perspectives. Inspiration, integrity, learning, and enjoyment gained from the work are of equal value.
Award winners will be announced on Thursday 1st May at a live celebration in London hosted by Chef and Broadcaster, Andi Oliver, alongside Angela Hartnett OBE, Chair of the Judging Panel.
Commenting on the Awards, Fortnum & Mason CEO, Tom Athron says: “For the past 13 years the Awards have recognised talents that have expanded our knowledge and appreciation of food and drink through their impactful work. Their continued success is testament to our ongoing passion for unforgettable food and drink. We’ve already celebrated some outstanding winners with diverse cultural influences and culinary traditions. We can’t wait to see what the 2025 Awards will bring us. Our heartfelt thanks go to our expert judges for giving their time and experience to champion some of the greatest storytellers and creators in the country. And our best wishes go to everyone who enters.”
This year’s panel comprises, alongside Judging Panel Chair, Angela Hartnett OBE:
ALEESHA HANSEL – Wine and drinks writer, broadcaster and judge and wine expert on Love Your Weekend @aleeshahansel
ANTHONY GLADMAN – Drinks writer, journalist and author of The Glass (Substack) and Gin A Tasting Course @agladman
JAY RAYNER – Journalist, broadcaster, restaurant critic and author of Nights Out At Home @jayrayner1
JOE SCHOFIELD – International Bartender of The Year (Tales of The Cocktail Spirited Awards), Bartender’s Bartender (The World’s 50 Best Bars) and co-author of SCHOFIELD’S Fine and Classic Cocktails @joe_schofield
MARIA BRADFORD– Chef, founder of Shwen Shwen and author of Sweet Salone @shwenshwenbymaria
RAVNEET GILL – Pastry chef, judge on Junior Bake Off, founder of hospitality, jobs and wellbeing platform, Countertalk and author of Baking For Pleasure @ravneeteats
THE CATEGORIES
● FOOD BOOK: For a non-recipe book about food, food culture, region or history
● DEBUT FOOD BOOK: For an author’s first non-recipe book about food, food culture, region or history
● COOKERY BOOK: For a recipe-focused book about the preparation and cooking of food
● DEBUT COOKERY BOOK: For an author’s first book on any aspect of food or cookery
● DRINK BOOK: For a book about drink, drink culture, region or history
● DEBUT DRINK BOOK: For an author’s first book about drink, drink culture, region or history
● FOOD WRITER: For writing on any aspect of food in any media
● DRINK WRITER: For writing on any aspect of drink in any media
● COOKERY WRITER: For original recipe-led writing about the preparation and cooking of food in any media
● RESTAURANT WRITER: For restaurant reviews in any media
● PHOTOGRAPHER: For images of food and drink published in any media
● PROGRAMME: For a programme on food or drink, broadcast on any medium
● AUDIO: For a radio programme or podcast on food and drink
IMPORTANT DATES
Entries close – NOON, Wednesday, 29th January 2025
Shortlist Announced – Wednesday, 9th April 2025
Winners Announced – Thursday, 1st May 2025
TO ENTER PLEASE VISIT:
https://www.fortnumandmason.
Media enquiries: Fiona@fabcomm.co.uk 07831 193250
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