insideKENT Magazine Issue 85 - April 2019 | Page 100

FOOD+DRINK
WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE
TASTE OF KENT AWARDS
2019
THE WINNERS OF PRODUCED IN KENT’S 15TH TASTE OF KENT AWARDS HAVE
BEEN REVEALED, THURSDAY 7TH MARCH AT A GLITTERING BLACK-TIE DINNER
AT THE KENT EVENT CENTRE. KENT’S ULTIMATE FOOD AND DRINK CHAMPIONS
HAVE BEEN CROWNED, FROM THE TASTIEST FOOD AND DRINK PRODUCTS, BEST
PRODUCERS, GROWERS, RESTAURANTS, PUBS AND SHOPS.
Stephanie Durling at Produced in Kent comments: “This year we are celebrating
our 15th awards and we are giving more awards as our range of winning categories
has increased in recognition of Kent’s booming, vibrant and of course tasty food
and drink sector. Congratulations to all of the winners and finalists – it is a
fantastic achievement to have reached this stage, as the number of nominations
and standards have been very high.
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“Once again, we are delighted to see many new names making our finalist lists
from across the county. Incredibly, we have seen 25% more businesses nominated
and 40% more votes cast overall than last year. The people of Kent have chosen
the flavours, products, produce and venues they have enjoyed the most over the
last 12 months. For the winners, these awards are the ultimate accolade from
their customers and confirmation of their food and drink excellence.”