27 Heroes of Hospitality Recognised Across the Midlands

Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards Winners 2023

The sixth Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards took place on 10 July at Birmingham Eastside Rooms, to honour and celebrate the region’s thriving hospitality scene. The grand awards ceremony, organised and run by BEvents, saw 27* impressive businesses and individuals, recognised for their ongoing outstanding achievements across the hospitality industry.

Hosted by Brummie radio presenter and podcaster, Dan Kelly, who is best known for his ten years stint on Capital’s breakfast show and guest speaker on his daily show on In Demand Radio, the Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards brought together over 500 guests for the annual celebration which saw over 800 entries and 100,000 votes. As well as crowning the winners, the black-tie event also treated guests to a three-course dinner and performances from Undercover Artists and Drumline Entertainment.

This year’s charity partner was Acorns Children’s Hospice, and BEvents are pleased to announce that they were able to raise over £4000 on the night.

The Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards 2023 winners are:

1. Afternoon Tea Establishment of the Year – KILO|ZIRO Cafe Bar & Refill Taproom 
2. Bar/Restaurant Manager of the Year – Jordan Stewart at Gaucho 
3. Boutique Hotel of the Year – Mallory Court Hotel & Spa 
4. Brewery/Distillery of the Year – West Midlands Distillery 
5. Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year – Thyme Kitchen 
6. Chef of the Year – Rob Palmer at Toffs by Rob Palmer 
7. Cocktail Bar of the Year – Fox and Chance 
8. Desi Bar & Grill of the Year – The Covered Wagon 
9. Dessert Parlour of the Year – LA-POP! 
10. East Asian Restaurant of the Year – Yakinori – Solihull 
11. Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year – Toffs by Rob Palmer
12. Food/Drink Festival of the Year – Shrewsbury Food Festival 
13. Gastro Pub of the Year – The Griffin Inn 
14. General Manager of the Year – Admin Memtovic at Alberts Schloss 
15. Hotel Bar of the Year – The Bubble Lounge – Hotel Du Vin 
16. Hotel of the Year – Edgbaston Park Hotel & Conference Centre
17. Independent Coffee Shop of the Year – The Two Mugs
18. Italian Restaurant of the Year – Venezia Italian Restaurant 
19. People’s Choice – Alberts Schloss
20. Rising Star of the Year – Christiana Kruzewski at Orelle 
21. South Asian Restaurant of the Year – Omar Khayam Indian Restaurant  
22. Steak House of the Year – Black Iron at Winstanley House 
23. Street Food Operator of the Year – Urban Spice Box
24. Traditional Pub of the Year – The Good Intent 
25. Vegetarian or Vegan Restaurant of the Year – Land Restaurant
26. Venue of the Year – Millennium Point 
27. Sustainable Food Business of the Year – KILO|ZIRO Cafe Bar & Refill Taproom 

Launched by co-founders Anita Chumber and Ifraz Ahmed, BEvents has become recognised for delivering events that matter: hosting awards ceremonies, round tables, exhibitions, and showcase events that place a spotlight on the region.

For more information about BEvents and the winners of the Midlands Food, Drink and Hospitality Awards, visit https://www.mfdhawards.co.uk/