Who should enter? Producers, manufacturers and processors of confectionary and snack products made in Kent. This includes chocolate, sweets, crisps, popcorn, nuts, muesli bars, energy snacks and similar products. If it's a treat or a snack and it's made in Kent, this is your category.

How will this category be judged? Entries are blind taste tested by a panel of expert judges drawn from across the food and drink sector, including chefs, buyers and food writers.

Judging criteria: Appearance, use of locally sourced ingredients, texture, taste, innovation and relevance to market.