We're excited to announce our

2026 Good Food Awards Finalists

Congratulations to the 234 Finalists that rose to the top of their categories in this year's Blind Tasting & Judging. Representing 40 states, these values-minded crafters are making good food while making a difference with products that are tasty, authentic, and responsible.

The 2026 Good Food Awards Ceremony will be held this summer in New York City in conjuction with the Specialty Food Association's Summer Fancy Food Show, June 28-30, 2026. Stay tuned for details!

Note: Oils and Grains entries are open through March 6, and will be judged March 21-26.

Meet the 2026 Finalists

About

For a long time, certifications for responsible practices and awards for superior taste have remained distinct – one honors social and environmental responsibility, while the other celebrates craftsmanship and flavor. The Good Food Awards recognizes that truly good food – the kind that brings people together and builds strong, healthy communities – contains all of these ingredients.

Recognizing exceptional food crafters who top the charts in a Blind Tasting and meet the environmental and social responsibility standards of the Good Food Awards, is a meaningful and impactful way we advance the good food movement.

Our standards have been reviewed with the help of Subject Matter Experts, industry groups, and Category Committee Chairs. This ensures that our categories and criteria remain relevant and in alignement with current industry standards and regulations. You can read more about the review process and specific category standard changes here.

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Presenting Sponsor

  • Good Food Merchants Collaborative

    Good Food Merchants Collaborative

    We’re proud to announce the Good Food Merchants Collaborative as the Presenting Sponsor of the Good Food Awards for the sixth year in a row. The Good Food Merchants Collaborative is a group of the country’s most innovative community markets. Click the logo to learn more.