• The Food&Home Awards 2025 are officially open for entries, shining a spotlight on the tastiest, most innovative and most-loved products in South Africa.

    The Food&Home Awards seal isn’t just a sticker. It’s a trusted mark of excellence that helps shoppers make confident, flavour-forward choices at a glance.

    If your brand makes the cut, you’ll be featured in our magazine, which will be the ultimate shopping guide for food-lovers looking to discover their next must-have. If your product wins, you’ll also receive our gold sticker via email to use as you wish.

    Submit your entry into the Food&Home Awards 2025

    Entries are open now until 30 April 2025.

    Here’s how to enter successfully:

    1. Choose your categories

    The awards cover a wide range of product categories including:

    • Spices & Seasonings
    • Frozen & Ready-Made Meals
    • Sugar Alternatives
    • Sauces, Condiments, Dressings & Dips
    • Jams & Preserves
    • Beverages (Non-Alcoholic) 
    • Vegan & Vegetarian
    • Cheese
    • Dairy
    • Baking Ingredients
    • Sweet Snacks
    • Savoury Snacks
    • Oils
    • Vinegars
    • Grain Products 

    There’s no limit to the number of entries you can submit.

    2. Submit your entry online

    • Visit awards.foodandhome.co.za

    • Select your categories and add them to your cart

    • Fill in the entry form

    • Pay the R290 submission fee per product

    4. Send your samples

    Send five samples per product entered to:

    11 Nagel Crescent, Brackenfell, 7560
    Products must arrive by 7 May 2025.

    Cold chain products (those needing refrigeration or freezing) must be delivered straight to each judge’s address. Request these by emailing [email protected].

    5. Email your product images

    Send your hi-res pack shots (at least 2MB each, JPEG or PNG) to [email protected]. You can also include any relevant press releases or product info.

    Final notes:

    • Judging takes place 10 May – 13 July 2025

    • Ensure expiry dates allow for testing time

    • No late entries will be accepted

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