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Welcome to the Made in Kent Awards, an exclusive platform dedicated to recognising and celebrating the exceptional contributions of businesses and individuals shaping Kent.

Made in Kent Radio takes pride in championing local businesses that embody the essence of Kent's identity. Our Business Awards showcase those who have demonstrated exceptional growth, resilience, and commitment to enhancing the economic landscape of our beloved region.

Launched in 2023, our Business Awards have set the standard for honouring excellence across a range of categories:

• Best Customer Service Award
• Innovative Business Award
• Sustainability Award 
• Best Use of Social Media Award
• Homemade Business Award
• Startup Business Award
• Entrepreneur of the Year Award
• Best Business of the Year Award
  

Get ready for an exciting expansion in Spring 2024, as we unveil the eagerly anticipated Food & Drink Awards. Building on the success of our Business Awards, this new chapter will spotlight the culinary experts, innovators, and contributors who make Kent a place for tasty delights!

The categories are as follows:

• Best Local Produce Award 
• Best Allergy-friendly Award 
• Best Social Media Award
• Best Restaurant Award
• Best Eatery Award
• Best Pub / Bar Award
• Best Customer service Award 
• Best Start-up Business Award 
• Best Food Product Made in Kent Award
• Best Beverage Made in Kent Award
• Best Chef of the Year Award
• Best Young Person of the Year Award 

Join us on this journey of discovery, where we celebrate the businesses and individuals who proudly declare they are "Made in Kent."

The Made in Kent Awards are run and presented by Made in Kent Radio; a local station dedicated to support local businesses. You can find out more about Made in Kent Radio by visiting madeinkent.co.uk