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Regional gastronomy awards in Spain

Explore the most prestigious awards recognising culinary excellence at a regional level in Spain. This selection covers accolades for innovative chefs and creative restaurants, as well as acknowledgements for best gastronomic communication and outstanding sommeliers. Discover the diversity and richness of Spanish cuisine through its local and autonomous community competitions, celebrating culinary talent and tradition in every corner of the country. It is an essential guide for food enthusiasts and industry professionals seeking the best of regional gastronomy.

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    National Hospitality Awards 2026

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    The 2026 National Hospitality Awards recognize the work of establishments, companies, and professionals who have excelled in Spanish gastronomy. The 20th edition, held in Segovia, highlights talent and innovation in the national hospitality sector.

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Frequently asked questions

This ranking highlights gastronomy awards that recognize culinary excellence at a regional level in Spain, such as the Andalusia Gastronomy Awards and the Horeca Awards in Zaragoza, as well as national awards with regional impact.
The selection of awardees is typically carried out by gastronomy and tourism academies, or hospitality associations, which recognize chefs, restaurants, and businesses for their contribution to regional gastronomy.
The Andalusia Gastronomy Awards, granted by the Andalusian Academy of Gastronomy and Tourism, recognize culinary excellence and support for Andalusian gastronomic culture, highlighting the best chefs and front-of-house services.
The award ceremonies for these prizes are held in various Spanish cities that are gastronomic benchmarks, such as Jerez de la Frontera for the Andalusia Gastronomy Awards or Segovia for the National Hospitality Awards.

How we built this ranking and what to consider when choosing

This ranking is compiled from the collection and analysis of information on the most relevant regional gastronomy awards in Spain. The trajectory, institutional recognition, and visibility of the awards in the sector are considered.

  • Awards granted by gastronomy and hospitality academies, associations, and federations at a regional and national level with a regional focus are identified.
  • The relevance of the awardees is assessed, including chefs, restaurants, front-of-house services, and outstanding agri-food companies.
  • The continuity and prestige of the award editions are considered, as well as the media coverage they receive.
  • Attention is paid to specific award categories that highlight aspects such as innovation, the promotion of gastronomic culture, and culinary excellence.
  • Awards must have a clear focus on regional or national gastronomy with specific categories that recognize the culinary diversity of Spain's autonomous communities.
  • Awards granted by recognized entities in the sector are included, such as gastronomy academies, hospitality associations, or public institutions related to tourism and food.
  • The awards must recognize professionals (chefs, front-of-house managers) or establishments (restaurants) that demonstrate excellence, innovation, and contribution to the development of their region's gastronomy.
  • Awards that promote local gastronomic culture, the use of local products, and sustainability in the hospitality sector are highly valued.