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F&B@Sea Awards

Celebrating the Crème de la Crème

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Applauding F&B Artistry at Sea

The F&B@Sea Awards celebrate excellence across the diverse spectrum of the cruise industry. Whether you're pushing boundaries with cutting-edge F&B concepts, creating those pinch-me guest experiences that turn first-timers into cruise addicts, or mastering the art of flawless operations behind the scenes – this is where excellence in F&B gets the spotlight it deserves! 

 

Sponsored by: Rémy Cointreau

Cruise Line Awards
Best Beverage Programme

This award celebrates the cruise line that delivers excellence through diverse, exceptional beverages and outstanding service that enhances the onboard experience. It honours commitment to high-quality drinks, innovative bar concepts, impeccable service, and memorable guest experiences.

Best Restaurant

This award honours the dining establishment that sets the benchmark for culinary excellence and ambiance at sea. It celebrates outstanding cuisine, attentive service, and captivating atmosphere that creates unforgettable dining experiences for passengers.

Most Sustainable F&B Programme

This award recognises cruise lines excelling in eco-friendly foodservice practices, sustainable sourcing, and environmental responsibility. It celebrates programmes prioritising sustainability in F&B preparation and service while making positive environmental impact.

NEW: Rising Star Award

Celebrating rising cruise leaders who exemplify culinary/beverage innovation, artistry & leadership. Whether corporate or onboard, honourees show exceptional promise, creativity & commitment to elevating F&B experiences at sea.

NEW: Woman of Impact Award

Recognising women making meaningful impact in cruise F&B through creativity, dedication & commitment to improving operations/guest experiences. Celebrates leaders advancing industry via innovation, collaboration & excellence.

F&B Maverick of the Year

Celebrating VP/C-Suite leaders with visionary thinking, strategic excellence, and courage to challenge conventions. These trailblazers drive transformation, inspire teams, and lead culinary innovation in cruise sector.

Supplier Awards
Food Innovation Award

Celebrates a groundbreaking food product that has been launched within the last three years and has redefined the cruise dining experience. This award honours products that demonstrate exceptional quality, originality, and guest appeal, showcasing creativity and innovation in food offerings.

Beverage Innovation Award

Recognises an exceptional beverage product launched within the last 3 years that has transformed the cruise experience through outstanding quality, originality & guest appeal. Celebrates creativity and innovation, highlighting products that enhance onboard drink offerings & elevate guest experience.

Eco-Pioneer Award

This award celebrates suppliers who demonstrate exceptional commitment to sustainability and innovation in food and beverage products, technology, or operations within the cruise industry. It honours those who lead the way in eco-friendly practices while enhancing the onboard guest experience.

Trailblazing F&B Technology Award

This award honours groundbreaking technology or equipment solutions that transform F&B operations and guest experiences within the cruise industry. It celebrates innovations that drive efficiency, enhance service quality, and elevate the onboard dining and beverage experience.

NEW: Best New Product Award

This award celebrates a groundbreaking food, beverage, or technology product that stands out as the most innovative & impactful at the show. This award recognises a breakthrough product that demonstrates exceptional creativity, originality & potential to transform the cruise F&B industry.

2025 F&B@Sea Award Winners
Download The Guide
Entry Criteria & Instructions
Your step-by-step guide to entering the F&B@Sea Awards. Explore the full list of categories, criteria, formats and supporting materials, and learn how to prepare a clear, compelling submission that showcases your F&B innovation and excellence.
The 2026 Judges
Our judging panel is comprised of independent global, experts, each chosen for their knowledge, objectivity and credibility.
Michelle Fee
Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Cruise Planners

Victor Gielisse, CMC
Principal Food & Beverage Consultant

CIA Consulting Group

Jesse Jackson III CMB
Lecturing Instructor

The Culinary Institute of America 

Eddie Ledesma-Porter
Chief Food Officer, Sommelier

J.PEAL Hospitality

Natalia Levey
Founder, Author, Speaker

Hi Hospitality Group; James Beard Foundation Women's Leadership Fellow

Ryan Manning
Corporate Executive Chef - Impact Team

Crescent Hotels & Resorts

Nancy Radlauer
Nancy Radlauer
Bailli & U.S. Chaine Ambassador

La Chaine des Rotisseurs

Bret Thorn
Sr. Food & Beverage Editor

Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality

Rick Welch
Rick Welch
RMW Global Consulting

President, Seatrade Cruise Ambassador

Rainer Zinngrebe
Chef, Author, Founder

HKB Designs

Awards FAQs
Who can enter?

Any individual, team or organisation within the restaurant, hotel and cruise industry are eligible to enter.

How do I enter?

Download this step-by-step guide to entering the F&B@Sea Awards

How can I attend the F&B@Sea Awards?

You can attend the awards on 16 April by registering for an F&B@Sea ticket. See your options here.

I was a 2025 winner, can I enter again?

If you were a 2025 winner, your entry will not be considered if you re-enter for the same category. However, we'd love to receive your entry for any different categories! 

Is there a cost to enter?

There is no cost to enter.

When are award submissions due?

Entries for the 2026 awards will be opening in November, with a submission deadline of 22 February. 

When will nominations need to be live in the field so results can be measured?

The eligibility window for the awards is March 1, 2025 - February 31, 2026

When are the awards?

The awards ceremony will be held during F&B@Sea on 16 April 2026 at Mana Wynwood. 

What should I do if I experience issues submitting my entry?

If you encounter any problems with your submission, please email [email protected] for assistance, and our team will be happy to help.

What is the deadline for entries?

The entry deadline is Sunday 22 February 2026.