Get ready to celebrate the incredible flavours of South Africa! The Gastronomy Tourism Awards, proudly presented by SA Chef Media, are here to honour the chefs and culinary establishments that make South Africa a must-visit gastronomic destination!

Nominate yourself or someone or someplace you admire – submit as many nominations as you like! Our esteemed judges will review all entries. Don’t miss this chance to shine a spotlight on your favourites. Fantastic prizes to be won. Submit your nominations by July 25, 2025.

The categories are:

Best in Gastronomy Tourism: Fine and Casual Dining

This award honours and celebrates a chef and/or culinary establishment that crafts extraordinary and innovative cuisine, elevating South Africa’s status as a premier gastronomic destination and attracting both local and international tourists.

Best in Gastronomy Tourism: Cultural Dining

This award honours and celebrates a chef and/or culinary establishment that fosters appreciation for local ingredients and elevates traditional cooking methods, showcasing the rich diversity of South African culture through cuisine.

Best in Gastronomy Tourism: Sustainability

This award honours and celebrates a chef and/or culinary establishment that champions and implements effective solutions for sustainable and ethical practices in the culinary sector, thereby enhancing South Africa’s reputation as a responsible gastronomic tourism destination.

Best in Gastronomy Tourism: Immersive Experiences

This award honours and celebrates a chef and/or culinary establishment that blends food with entertainment or culture, creating memorable gastronomic tourism experiences that are innovative, immersive, and Proudly South African.

Submit your nomination here.

The deadline for nominations is 25 July 2025. Winners will be announced at the SA Chef Conference & Expo Dinner and Awards Ceremony on 11 August 2025.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this culinary celebration!