The Caterer’s 2026 Supplier Awards nominations open today

The Caterer’s Supplier Awards return for 2026 to reward and celebrate the most innovative businesses in the hospitality supply chain.

Following a highly successful first year, the awards recognise those who are setting new standards in supporting operators with innovative products, outstanding service and commercial creativity.

Clare Nicholls, products and supplies reporter at The Caterer, said: “Our inaugural Supplier Awards went down such a storm this year that we absolutely had to continue its momentum into 2026. We’re determined to make next year’s event even bigger and better to recognise the vital role that innovative hospitality suppliers play in the sector.”

When do the Supplier Awards take place?

Taking place at One Moorgate Place, London on 16 April 2026, the Supplier Awards will be presented alongside a celebratory three-course lunch.

A total of 23 categories will be judged by an expert panel of hospitality operators, giving suppliers a chance to get their brands in front of some top industry names, as well as the wider recognition that will come from winning these prestigious accolades.

The categories recognise the full breath of the supply chain, from wholesale to food, equipment to tech, with awards including Drinks Brand of the Year; Frozen Food Brand of the Year; Booking, Ordering & Payment Solution of the Year; and Equipment Wholesaler of the Year.

Peter Moore, chief executive officer hospitality software firm Lolly, one of the victors in 2025, said: “Winning the Innovative Guest Experience of the Year award means so much to all of us at Lolly. It’s recognition of the passion, creativity, and hard work that goes into building smart, guest-focused solutions—and it motivates us to keep raising the bar.”

Susanne Fraser, head of marketing at Maldon Salt said for the business to receive Food Brand of the Year, was a “huge honour”. She added that the award “celebrates the passion of both the people who create our products and those who champion them every day in their cooking”.

How to enter the 2026 Supplier Awards 

So, if you know of a business or organisation that should be recognised for its commitment to servicing the hospitality industry, we want to hear from you. 

Only those who are nominated go forward to be judged by The Caterer’s panel of industry leaders and experts, so please submit your entries by Wednesday 3 December.

Enter the 2026 Supplier Awards today for your chance to shine and reaffirm your position as a leading player in the hospitality supply chain.