About the Taste of Kent Awards
The Taste of Kent Awards celebrate the very best of Kent's food and drink industry. Established in 2006 and organised by Produced in Kent - the county's leading membership organisation for independent food and drink businesses - 2026 marks a landmark 20th year of recognising excellence across the sector. Open to all food and drink businesses based in Kent, the awards champion quality, innovation, and sustainability across the full spectrum of the industry - from growers, producers and manufacturers to retailers, wholesalers and hospitality venues. The awards now run biennially, making each edition a genuine milestone moment for Kent's food and drink community.
The 2026 format
The Taste of Kent Awards is an event dedicated to showcasing the tastiest food and drink that Kent has to offer and the hard-working businesses behind it.
Open to any food and drink business located in Kent, 2026 marks our landmark 20th year - making TOKA the longest running and most prestigious food and drink awards in the South East.
These awards are an important tool for the industry, giving businesses a genuine opportunity to shout about their quality and service - and to use the Taste of Kent Award badge with pride.
The 2026 awards are structured across three key areas - Product & Taste Awards, Hospitality & Retail Awards, and Business Awards.
The Awards Ceremony
The 2026 Taste of Kent Awards Ceremony takes place on 8th October 2026 at the GlassBox Theatre, Gillingham - a stunning new Medway venue for TOKA.
Key Information
Venue: GlassBox Theatre, MidKent College Medway Campus, Gillingham
Parking: Free on-site parking available
Nearest station: Gillingham - 4-minute taxi ride
Format: Kent sparkling wine reception - Oscar-style awards ceremony - post-awards networking celebration
Become a Sponsor of the Taste of Kent Awards 2027
Sponsoring the Taste of Kent Awards is a fantastic way to raise your company profile and connect with Kent's thriving food and drink community. With seven months of exposure across our marketing channels, a combined social reach of over 100,000 and press coverage reaching 147 million people in 2024, sponsorship puts your brand in front of the right people.
To find out more or discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Jill: Jill.Sargent@ProducedinKent.co.uk or call 01732 853170
