Announcing the 2026 Awards Winners
The Global Culinary Travel Awards recognize excellence in culinary heritage, authenticity, innovation, and meaningful visitor experiences across the food and beverage tourism sector. The 2026 awards attracted submissions from around the world, showcasing organizations and experiences that are preserving culinary traditions, celebrating local culture, and creating exceptional visitor experiences.
We extend our congratulations to all winners and semi-finalists. The quality of submissions was exceptionally high this year, making the judging process both rigorous and highly competitive.
Following a rigorous evaluation process, our panel of judges has selected one winner and two semi-finalists in each category. Winners are listed first, with semi-finalists following. Some organizations may appear in multiple categories, representing separate submissions for each award.
All applicants have already been notified. We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who submitted an application this year, as well as our . The quality of entries was extremely high, making the judging process highly competitive.
This year's WINNERS and SEMI-FINALISTS are:
Category 1: Best Rural Culinary Heritage Experience
WINNER
Hāpuku Kitchen – Te Kura Taka Kai (Kaikōura, New Zealand)
SEMI-FINALISTS
Frenchie Terrasse (Nitra, Slovakia)
Rancho de Apa (Guaynabo, Puerto Rico)
Category 2 — Best Gastronomy Heritage Tour Operator
WINNER
Taste Porto (Porto, Portugal)
SEMI-FINALISTS
Culinary Genes (New York / Italy)
Curata Travel (Spring Grove, PA USA / Tuscany)
Category 3 - Best Heritage-Inspired Dining Experience
WINNER
Rozna Restaurant – Muscat, Oman
SEMI-FINALISTS
Dennis Coffee Garden – Zamboanga City, Philippines
Supper Club at Hāpuku Kitchen – Kaikōura, New Zealand
Category 4 — Excellence in Culinary Preservation & Promotion
WINNER
GeoGastronómica (Spain)
SEMI-FINALISTS
Eat Smart Culinary Travel (USA)
El Departamento de la Comida (Puerto Rico)
We thank all applicants for their dedication to preserving, promoting, and celebrating culinary culture. For more updates and award news, stay connected through our website and social channels.