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Welcome to
The Hospitality
Plate Awards

Brought to you by the International Culinary Union (ICU)

Your journey toward hospitality excellence starts here! Being nominated for The Hospitality Plate Awards is more than recognition - it’s a celebration of your dedication to delivering unforgettable guest experiences. This page provides all the information you need to understand what it means to be nominated and how the process works.

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What Does It Mean to Be Nominated?

A nomination for The Hospitality Plate Awards means your business has been identified as one of the industry’s best. It reflects your commitment to:

  • Outstanding Quality: Delivering exceptional services and products.

  • Customer Delight: Consistently receiving positive feedback and ratings.

  • Innovation: Offering unique and memorable experiences.

  • Community Engagement: Making a difference locally and prioritizing sustainability.

This nomination places you among the top performers in the hospitality industry and opens opportunities to amplify your achievements.

The Awards We Offer

Our awards recognize excellence across multiple categories:

Restaurants

  • The Culinary Crown: Creativity and innovation in cuisine.

  • Sustainable Dining Award: Eco-friendly practices in dining.

Cafes

  • Artisan Coffee Experience Award: Excellence in coffee artistry.

  • Best Cozy Corner Cafe: Warm, inviting atmospheres.

Hotels

  • The Hospitality Haven Award: Exceptional guest experiences.

  • Green Stay Award: Sustainability in hospitality.

Catering Services

  • Exquisite Event Catering Award: For outstanding event catering.

  • Flavour Innovator Award: Trend-setting menus and presentations.

Cross-Category

  • The People’s Choice Award: Based on public votes.

  • Emerging Star Award: For businesses excelling within their first 3 years.

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The Evaluation Process

Our expert panel evaluates nominated businesses based on the following:

  1. Customer Ratings & Reviews (30 Points): Consistency in ratings above 4.4 stars.

  2. Service Excellence (25 Points): Strategies for customer satisfaction and quality control.

  3. Unique Offerings (25 Points): Creativity and innovation in services or products.

  4. Sustainability & Ethics (10 Points): Evidence of eco-friendly practices.

  5. Industry Achievements (10 Points): Previous awards, recognitions, or milestones.

Award Tiers:

  • Silver Star: 60–70 Points

  • Golden Star: 71–85 Points

  • Platinum Star: 86+ Points

Benefits of Being Nominated

As a nominee, you gain:

  1. Prestige: Be recognized as a leader in hospitality excellence.

  2. Visibility: Your business will be highlighted across ICU platforms, including our website and annual magazine.

  3. Exclusive Opportunities: Access optional promotional packages to further enhance your visibility.

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Next Steps for Nominated Businesses

  1. Complete the Questionnaire

    • You’ll receive an email with a link to the online submission form.

  2. Provide Supporting Evidence

    • Share customer reviews, photos, and any proof of achievements.

  3. Stay Tuned for Results

    • Winners will be announced after a thorough review process.

Optional Promotional Opportunities

As a nominee for The Hospitality Plate Awards, you’ll receive a Complimentary Package that includes a digital certificate, a feature on the “Award-Winning Businesses” webpage, and a mention in the magazine, recognizing your outstanding achievements in the hospitality industry.

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For those looking to amplify their recognition even further, we offer Optional Upgrade Packages that include benefits such as full-page or double-page editorial features in the ICU magazine, a hospitality award trophy, framed certificates, and prominent placement of your logo on the magazine cover. Additional perks include up to four pages of editorial coverage, printed copies of the magazine, and more, allowing you to showcase your business to an even larger audience.

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Celebrate Your Excellence

We are thrilled to recognize your business’s contributions to the hospitality industry. Whether you win Silver, Golden, or Platinum, being part of The Hospitality Plate Awards is a mark of excellence that sets you apart.

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Start your journey toward recognition today, and submit Your Questionnaire Now.

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