Top Derby restaurants to battle it out at local food and drink awards
The ‘star studded’ shortlist is an eclectic mix of Michelin recognised establishments, country pubs and destination restaurants.
Top eateries in Derby are gearing up for a big night in the hospitality industry calendar.
Marketing Derby Food and Drink Award organisers have revealed finalists for its annual ceremony set to take place in the autumn.
Organisers say over 4,000 nominations were received for this year’s awards, which celebrate the very best places to eat and drink in the city.
Winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony, which is set to take place at The Chocolate Factory on Monday October 7, 2024.
The awards are made up of 11 categories, including the coveted Restaurant of the Year title.
Christopher Tebbs, inward investment executive at Marketing Derby and Food and Drinks Awards lead, said: “With over 4,000 nominations received the shortlisting committee had the tough task of creating what we think is a star-studded shortlist.
“These finalists truly demonstrate the exceptional number of establishments we have here in Derby to eat and drink at.
“The category judges now have the not-so-onerous task of visiting each establishment and deciding upon their winners.
“The winners will be announced at our glittering awards night on October 7, where we hope to see you all!”
Last year, to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Marketing Derby Food and Drink Awards, a special Food and Drink Guide was produced.
A new updated guide will be published this year, featuring all the 2024 winners.
This will be distributed on the night of the awards and included with future copies of Marketing Derby’s Innovate Magazine.
The awards are backed by a line-up of partners including Denby Pottery, Royal Crown Derby, the University of Derby and Pro Technical.
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Representatives from each partner will judge their category, which involves ‘mystery shopping’ at all three finalists and scoring against defined criteria.
Here are finalists of Marketing Derby’s Food & Drink Awards 2024
Restaurant of the Year 2024
Dovecote at Morley Hayes, Nicco’s, Lorentes (Darley Abbey)
Best Café
The Apple Tree, Ockbrook, The Bookcafe, Café Villabella
Best Bar
Belong Bar, Darley Abbey Wines, Blacksmith’s Lounge
Best Pub
Exeter Arms, The Bless, The Silk Mill
Best Country Pub / Restaurant
The Devonshire, The Malt at Aston-on-Trent, The Boot at Repton
Best Newcomer
Electric Daisy, O’Dwyers, Omomo
Best Overall Experience
The Kedleston Country House, Dovecote at Morley Hayes, Nicco’s
Best Curry
Anoki, Shalimar Gold, Spice Lounge
Best International
Lorentes (Friar Gate), Omomo, Boa
Two awards to be announced on the night are Marketing Derby’s Innovation Award, and Outstanding Achievement Award
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