Derby's Food and Drink Awards 2016 Finalists Announced

With over 2,200 nominations received from the public, Marketing Derby are pleased to announce the finalists of the eighth annual Derby Food and Drink Awards.

The finalists were shortlisted from the quality and content of the public nominations, as well as the establishment’s hygiene ratings and TripAdvisor scores. Each establishment will be visited by mystery judges, who will critique them on food, drinks, overall atmosphere and customer service.  The winners will be announced at the ceremony, to be held at The Roundhouse on Monday 10^th October.

John Forkin, Managing Director of Marketing Derby, said: “Every year the number of nominations increases, and this year was our most difficult task, in whittling down from over 2,200 nominations into a shortlist. This year’s finalists reflect the diversity and quality of Derby’s food and drink scene.

“The judges will have a difficult, albeit enjoyable, time picking a winner. We have asked them to take a rounded view, looking for excellence in customer service, with knowledgeable staff who seems to care, appropriate ambience, as well as, of course, an excellent food and drink offer.”

Best International –
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Finalist - Lorentes
Finalist – Shalimar Gold
Finalist– The Spice Lounge

Best Café –
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Finalist – The Coffee House at Derby Museums
Finalist – Grand Café Caruso
Finalist – Heavenly Desserts

Best Bar –
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Finalist – Pitcher and Piano
Finalist – Mansion
Finalist–  Hopgate

Best Pub –
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Finalist – The Greyhound
Finalist – New Zealand Arms
Finalist – The Exeter Arms

Best Newcomer –
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Finalist – The Cosy Club
Finalist – Oliver’s
Finalist – Lisa Jean at Bennetts Brasserie

Best Out of Town –
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Finalist – Dovecote at Morley Hayes
Finalist – Anoki Burton
Finalist – Fox and Hounds, Coxbench

Best Customer Service –
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Finalist – Anoki (Derby)
Finalist – Dovecote Restaurant, Morley Hayes
Finalist – Grand Café Caruso
Finalist – Mansion
Finalist – Hide
Finalist– The Spice Lounge

Restaurant of the Year –
Sponsored by Marketing Derby Bondholders
Finalist - Iberico
Finalist – Hide
Finalist – Masa
Finalist – Restaurant Zest

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