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The Foody Awards Miami 2025 recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements across the Food and Hospitality sector in the City and County of Miami. Designed to honor trailblazers, innovators, and leaders making a significant impact, these awards highlight those driving positive change in their sectors. In an era of rapid transformation and innovation, the awards serve as a prominent platform, acknowledging organisations and individuals who have made a substantial difference. The mission of the Foody Awards Miami 2025 is rooted in celebrating excellence and recognizing outstanding contributions to society.

What Are these Awards? The "Foody Awards Miami 2025" serve as a premier avenue for celebrating and shining a spotlight on exceptional work and outstanding accomplishments within the City and County of Miami. These accolades are not merely symbols of distinction; they are powerful testament to the dedication, passion, and innovative spirit that underlie each achievement. As we embrace the dawn of a new era, these awards stand as a testament to the resilience and determination that pervades every sector. They signify the tireless pursuit of excellence, the commitment to innovation, and the unwavering ambition to make a positive difference.

Why "The Foody Awards"? The name itself, Foody Awards, encapsulates the core spirit of these awards. In the ever-evolving and dynamic landscape of the City and County of Miami, it is crucial to honor those who leverage their influence, expertise, and dedication as instruments of transformation. Recognizing these influencers goes beyond a mere acknowledgment; it amplifies their power to inspire, motivate, and drive significant change. Attending "The Foody Awards" is not just about receiving an award; it's about being part of a dynamic community that empowers and propels industries forward

Recognizing Excellence Across Diverse Sectors Our awards span a diverse array of sub-sectors within the Food and Hospitality sector, mirroring the multifaceted nature of culinary excellence in the City and County of Miami. From Coffee Shops to Fast food outlets, Food Carts, Street food, fine dining, bars, pubs, bistros, night clubs, cake shops, suppliers and even individual awards like Chef of the Year and beyond, we encompass a wide spectrum to ensure the recognition of achievements in every facet: 60+ Categories

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Categories

The Foody Awards Miami is organized into 60+ Categories:

  • Best American Casual
  • Best American Modern
  • Best American Traditional
  • Best Asian
  • Best Bakery
  • Best BBQ
  • Best Bistro
  • Best Wine Bar
  • Best Breakfast
  • Best Brunch
  • Best Brewery in a Restaurant
  • Best Burger Brand

  • Best Burger - Quick Service
  • Best Californian
  • Best Casino Restaurant
  • Best Caterer
  • Best Diner
  • Best Fast Casual
  • Best French Cuisine
  • Best Greek Cuisine
  • Best Hotel Casual
  • Best Hotel Fine Dining
  • Best Indian Vegetarian
  • Best International

  • Best Italian Modern
  • Best Italian Traditional
  • Best Mexican Casual
  • Best Mexican Dinner House
  • Best Middle Eastern
  • Best Nightclub
  • Best Pacific Rim Cuisine
  • Best Pizza
  • Best Pub Tavern
  • Best Seafood Casual
  • Best Seafood Fine Dining
  • Best Sports Bar

  • Best Steakhouse Casual
  • Best Steakhouse Fine Dining
  • Chef of the Year
  • Bar of the Year
  • Street Food of the Year
  • Vegan offering of the Year
  • Rising Star in Food Sector
  • Plant-based Food Provider of the Year
  • Restaurant Consultant of the Year
  • Hospitality Training Provider of the Year
  • Culinary School of the Year
  • FoodTech Company of the Year

  • Food Delivery App
  • Restaurant POS Solution
  • Restaurant Technology Company of the Year
  • Cake Shop of the Year
  • Pastry Chef of the Year
  • Executive Chef of the Year
  • Best Customer Service in Restaurants
  • Supplier of the Year
  • Beverage Supplier of the Year
  • Restaurateur of the Year
  • Coffee Shop of the Year
  • Quick Service Restaurant of the Year
  • Restaurant of the Year

Criteria

Eligibility Criteria:

The Foody Awards Miami is looking for Organisations and candidates who:

  • A legal entity incorporated or operating in the City and County of Miami.
  • Citizen or Resident of the United States & 18+ years of age at the time of application (For Individual Applications)
  • Have excelled in their respective fields.
  • Demonstrate innovation, leadership, and a commitment to positive change.
  • Show a track record of impact and excellence.
  • You can apply for multiple Categories, but each must be accompanied by an Application Form and Fee.

Other Criteria:

  • Your Application must be complete in all respects. Incomplete or half-hearted attempts are not welcome.
  • You must provide at least 1 documentary evidence to substantiate your claims of achievement. This document has to be in PDF format and under 10 MB. You can upload a maximum of 5 such documents.
  • All applications must be made online at our secure website.
  • This Award celebrates Excellence and hence, even your application must reflect that. Unprofessional, incomplete applications will be rejected.
  • The Judges are looking for outcomes and impact, not just a narrative of what you or your organisation has done
  • The decision of the Judges is Final and binding on all participants.
  • Please consult the Awards Brochure for detailed Entry Rules, criteria and terms

Evaluation Criteria:

The evaluation criteria is different for each of the Categories. Please Click here to download the Awards Brochure for detailed Criteria, Entry Rules and terms. Or Click here

The Process

Application Process

  • Visit our website at https://www.foodyawards.com and Create an Account
  • The system will send you an email for confirmation. Upon confirmation, login and click APPLY
  • Select your preferred category and Sector.
  • Fill out the application form.
  • Provide a detailed description of your accomplishments and contributions.
  • Attach any relevant documents (Must be PDF. At least one, and up to 10 PDF documents - maximum 5MB each)
  • You can "Save for Later" and continue to build your application, but you must make a Final Submission.
  • Submit your application before the deadline

Evaluation Process

  • Our panel of expert judges will meticulously review each application. They will assess your achievements, impact, leadership, and innovation within your chosen category. The selection process is designed to be transparent and impartial.
  • If your application requires more supporting material, the Jury will update the questions on the Awards Portal. You will receive an email notification from info@foodyawards.com write to you (by email) seeking answers or more information
  • You can track your application progress online at the Awards Portal

FAQ

Application Fee:For Organisation Awards, there is an Entry Fee of USD 45 + Taxes towards processing of your application. This Fee will be USD 95 + Taxes from 1 September 2024.
Award Registration Fee: If your application is selected for the Award, you are required to pay a Registration fee of USD 495 + Taxes. This fee is towards administration cost and other costs towards attending the Gala Dinner to receive the Awards in person. This fee is applicable for both Organisation and Individual Awards. This Registration Fee is applicable ONLY if you win the Award.
If your Application is NOT selected, there is no Registration fee to be paid.

The Foody Awards Miami is looking for candidates who:

  • A legal company incorporated in or having an operation in the Miami (Florida) area.
  • Have excelled in their respective fields.
  • Demonstrate innovation, leadership, and a commitment to positive change.
  • Show a track record of impact and excellence.
  • You can apply for multiple Categories, but each must be accompanied by an Application Form and Fee
Please click here for more detailed information

The name "The Foody Awards" encapsulates the very essence of these awards. In the ever-evolving and dynamic landscape of the City and County of Miami, it is imperative to honor those who wield their influence, expertise, and dedication as instruments of transformation. By recognizing these influencers, we amplify their power to inspire, motivate, and drive change. Visit our website at https://www.foodyawards.com, complete your application, and embark on the journey to excellence.

We do not guarantee any awards. Winning an Award depends on your application, your efforts and the work that you have done.The best Applications, as decided by the Jury will be selected. The Organisers are NOT part of the Jury Panel

Our illustrious Panel of Judges are luminaries are leaders in their own fields. The Jury members will be revealed and published on our website in good time

You can submit multiple applications, but each much be accompanied by an Entry Form and the Entry Fee.

Yes, of course. The Foody Awards are open to any nationality as long as their businesses are located in the City and County of Miami

The Foody Awards are open to individuals who are above 18 years of age at the time of application.

Please visit our website here, click Login, create an Account, and follow the process to Apply.

Have more questions? We are happy to answer: Click here to ask your question

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