Culinary Tourism Alliance Culinary & Agritourism Award

The Culinary & Agritourism Award celebrates excellence in leveraging Newfoundland and Labrador’s culinary heritage to create memorable and immersive visitor experiences. It honors individuals, businesses, or initiatives that demonstrate innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to showcasing the province’s local food, beverages, and culinary and agricultural traditions as key drivers of tourism growth and cultural appreciation.

By celebrating excellence in culinary and agritourism, this award aims to inspire industry leaders to explore new ways to connect visitors with Newfoundland and Labrador’s rich agriculture and culinary landscape, strengthening its position as a premier culinary tourism destination for both domestic and international markets.

Sponsored by the Culinary Tourism Alliance and presented by Hospitality NL, this award recognizes those who contribute to the growth of the tourism industry by elevating the visitor experience and creating a meaningful impact on their community.

Please note eligibility criteria:

- Nominees must be approved under the Tourism Assurance Plan. Learn more.
- Nominees must be members of Hospitality NL in good standing.
- Nominees must be in operation for a minimum of two years.
- Only complete nomination forms will be accepted.
- Nominations must adhere to the word limit and supporting documentation guidelines.

Previous Award Winners:

2025
Previously known as the Food & Beverage Award of Excellence Award
2024 Trevor Adams, The Milton Inn
2023 Joe Bowers, Taproom Manager – Quidi Vidi Brewing Company
Previously known as the Restaurant Association of NL Restaurateur of the Year Award
2015       Chef Shaun Hussey & Chef Michelle LeBlanc, Chinched Bistro, St. John’s
2014       Chef Roary MacPherson
2013       Bonavista Social Club, Upper Amherst Cove
2012       Raymonds, St. John’s
2011       Twine Loft, Trinity
2010       Atlantic Grocery Distributers (AGD), Bay Roberts
2009       Chef Steve Watson
2008       Not awarded this year
2007       Lighthouse Picnics, Ferryland
2006       Café Broadway, Corner Brook
2005       The Wine Cellar, Glynmill Inn, Corner Brook
2004       Guv’nor Pub & Eatery, St. John’s
2003       Cathy Lomond, Portside Restaurant, Hotel Port aux Basques, Port aux Basque
2002       Chris Sheppard & Stacy Flemming, Gaffer’s Gourmet Bistro, Clarenville
2001       Nick McGrath, Terrace Dining Room, Labrador City
2000       Bonavista Restaurant, Fairmont Newfoundland, St. John’s
1999       Terry Chaffey, Mount Pearl Hotel, Grand Falls-Windsor
1998       Lovelett Au, New Moon Restaurant, St. John’s
1997       Bart Philpott, Baie Vista Inn Ltd, Baie Verte
1996       Paul Lannon, Air Canada, St. John’s

To submit a nomination for the Culinary & Agritourism Award, complete the following 4-part nomination form.

Nomination deadline January 17, 2025 at 11:59am (NST).

2025 Culinary & Argritourism Award

Part 1: Nominee information
Business/Individual Name:*
Contact Name:*
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Contact Email:*
Contact Phone:*
Business Website:
Part 2 Nomination Questions
Please be sure to accurately answer all of the following questions, as they form the basis of the award criteria used by the selection committee.
1. Briefly introduce the nominee, their contributions to promoting Newfoundland and Labrador’s culinary heritage, and how they elevate the province’s profile as a culinary tourism destination, both locally and internationally. (Maximum 100 words)*
2. How does the nominee use creativity and originality to showcase Newfoundland and Labrador’s culinary heritage, the province’s unique tastes of place, and create immersive visitor experiences? (Maximum 250 words)*
3. Highlight any sustainability efforts, such as promoting local producers, reducing environmental impact, or minimizing food waste. (Maximum 250 words)*
4. How does the nominee demonstrate leadership in promoting culinary and/or agritourism and build collaborations with other tourism stakeholders (e.g., restaurants, accommodations, producers) to strengthen NL’s culinary and agritourism ecosystem? (Maximum 250 words)*
5. Provide evidence of positive visitor feedback (e.g., testimonials, reviews). How does the nominee enhance NL’s reputation as a world-class culinary tourism destination, particularly in attracting both local and international visitors? (Maximum 250 words)*
Part 3: Supporting Documentation
Include supporting materials such as images, positive customer feedback (e.g., reviews, testimonials, social media engagement), or media coverage that demonstrate the impact of the nominee’s culinary and agritourism efforts.
You may also provide as part of the award submission:
- Maximum of 3 pictures (jpeg)
- 1 supporting document up to a maximum of 250 words (e.g. a testimonial)
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Part 4: Nominator Information
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- I give the awards committee permission to share this nomination with the nominee.
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Culinary Tourism Alliance Culinary & Agritourism Award

Previous Award Winners:

To submit a nomination for the Culinary & Agritourism Award, complete the following 4-part nomination form.

Nomination deadline January 17, 2025 at 11:59am (NST).

2025 Culinary & Argritourism Award

Part 1: Nominee information

Part 2 Nomination Questions

Part 3: Supporting Documentation

Part 4: Nominator Information

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