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Taj Masala Fries - Shortlisted at World Innovation Awards 2026
FoodBev Media is delighted to officially reveal the shortlist for the World Food Innovation Awards 2026. This year's shortlisted entrants highlight a growing commitment to health consciousness, consumer transparency and holistic sustainability across the food industry.
Most notably, this year’s finalists stand out for their ability to tackle some of the food industry's most pressing challenges – addressing not only the immediate desires of the end-consumer, but also the complex, systemic challenges facing the global supply chain.
The culmination of this year’s competition will take place at IFE (International Food & Drink Event), a centrepiece of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week. FoodBev invites all industry stakeholders to attend the live announcement of the 2026 winners.
Mark your calendars for 30 March, 4pm GMT, where the winners will be unveiled live from the Trends & Innovations Platform at Food Drink & Hospitality Week's IFE 2026, ExCeL London.
FoodBev congratulates every company that has secured a place on this year’s shortlist. In an era of rapid transformation, reaching this stage represents a significant achievement, showcasing those businesses at the absolute forefront of culinary and technological evolution.
World Food Innovation Awards 2026 shortlist
Best products of 2026
Best artisan product
Best bakery product
Best children's/baby product
Best chilled/frozen product
Best confectionery product
Best convenience/ready meal product
Best dairy product
Best functional product
Best low or no product
Best meat/poultry product
Best natural/organic product
Best plant-based product
Best seafood product
Best snack product
Best sports/nutrition product
Best innovations of 2026
Best drink innovation
Best food innovation
Best ingredient innovation
Best health innovation
Best technology innovation
Best businesses of 2026
Best marketing campaign
Best new brand
Best packaging design
Best CSR/sustainability initiative
Best foodservice initiative
Congratulations to all of the shortlisted products, businesses and brands!
Each shortlisted entry will be recognised as either a Winner, Finalist or Commended.
The final results will be announced on 30 March at IFE as well as online here at FoodBev.com.
The 2026 judging panel
FoodBev extends its sincere gratitude to this year’s judging panel. Comprised of seasoned industry experts, consultants and innovators, the panel brought global expertise and diversity to the evaluation process. Their commitment to maintaining the awards' rigorous standards ensures that the World Food Innovation Awards remains the definitive seal of approval in the B2B food sector.
Want to hear more from past winners and see how they celebrated their success?
Check out Winning Innovations magazine for more details, interviews and insights:
About FoodBev Awards
FoodBev Media awards schemes have been running for more than 20 years and are now recognised among the most credible and respected awards schemes to influence the international food and beverage industry.
For more information about our selection of awards programmes, please visit foodbevawards.com or email awards@foodbev.com.
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