Awards Available
Up to 45% of entrants will earn recognition across the following medal categories:
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Eligible Products
We’re not a trade or membership association; entry is open to all eligible brands.
The awards cover a wide range of vegetarian goods and ingredients, soft drinks and hot beverages.
The below eligible products must meet our eligibility criteria.
The below eligible products must meet our eligibility criteria.
Food
Cold Pressed Oils
- Flaxseed oil
- Hemp oil
- Olive oil
- Peanut oil
- Rapeseed oil
- Sunflower oil
Condiments and Sauces
- Chutneys
- Condiments
- Dressings
- Jellies
- Marinades and rubs
- Pastes
- Sauces
- Vinegars
Fruits and Vegetables (fresh, preserved, roasted, dried, prepared)
- Fruit
- Vegetables
Grains, Flours, and Breads
- Breads
- Flours
- Grains (including pasta and rice)
- Oats
Herbs (dried and fresh)
- Herbs
Nuts, Pulses, and Seeds (raw, toasted, roasted, seasoned, prepared)
- Nuts
- Pulses
- Seeds
Soups and Liquid Bases
- Broths
- Soups
- Stocks
Soybeans
- Tofu
Ready-to-Eat/Prepared
- Kimchi
- Olives
- Pickles
- Sauerkraut
Prepared foods in which the principal ingredients by weight are eligible (e.g. fruit, vegetables, grains, flours, cold pressed oils etc.)
- Antipasti
- Dips
- Ready Meals
- Savoury Spreads
- Snacks
Drink
Alcohol-Free Drinks and Mixers
- Alcohol-free cocktails
- Mixers
- Sparkling alcohol-free drinks
Juice and Smoothies
- Juice-based drinks
- Juices
- Smoothies
Tea and Infusions
- Matcha, hot and cold
- Other infusions
- Tea (all types), hot and cold
Other Beverages
- Coconut water
- Kefir
- Kombucha
Competition Schedule
EVENT PHASE / ACTIVITY
DATE
Early bird entries
22 12 2025 – 13 02 2026
Entry open/close dates
16 02 2026 – 30 04 2026
Delivery window of entries/product (non perishables)
12 05 2026 – 26 05 2026
Delivery window of entries/products (perishables)
27 05 2026 – 29 05 2026
Delivery window of entries/product (ultra perishables)
30 05 2026
Judging
Public tasting
Public tasting
01 06 2026 10:00 – 16:00
01 06 2026 17:00 – 19:00
01 06 2026 17:00 – 19:00
Virtual awards ceremony
10 06 2026
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Judging Venue
One of the world’s most prestigious private dining clubs, Mosimann's of London, hosts the judging and showcase tasting.
The club was founded by multi-award-winning chef Anton Mosimann OBE, pioneer of cuisine naturelle - a culinary approach that emphasises healthy, natural ingredients while avoiding added fats and alcohol - making it a fitting choice for the awards.
Entry Costs
0-9
employees
10-49
employees
50
employees+
Entry Charge
£98
£127
£152
Early Bird Entry Charge
£88
£114
£137
Prices exclude VAT
How Much To Submit
For submission volumes please refer to our guidelines.
Entry Process
Step 1
Review Eligibility Criteria
Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for The NatureMade Food & Drink Awards and that your product or products are eligible.
Step 2
Prepare Your Product Information
Gather the necessary details about your product, including:
- Product name
- Ingredients list
- Allergens (if any)
- Product size/weight
- Determine if your product is non perishable, perishable, or ultra perishable
* Ultra perishable = 2 days+ shelf life from date of delivery.
Step 3
Complete The Entry Form
Complete our entry form.
Step 4
Submit Payment
Pay the entry fee using our secure payment option.
Step 5
Submit Your Product Samples
Send samples of your product to the address provided upon completing your entry, following the specified delivery windows advised by us (the dates our receiving locations can accept your delivery). Ensure that your samples arrive before the specified deadlines to be eligible for evaluation.
Step 6
Attend The Virtual Award
Ceremony (Optional)
Attend our virtual awards ceremony to gain insights from industry leaders, network with peers, and find out the results.
Click here to enter the awards.
