Kent Fish or Seafood Product of the Year

Who should enter? Producers, processors and suppliers of fish and seafood products based in Kent. This category is open to fresh, prepared and cured fish and seafood products - from smoked fish and potted shrimps to dressed crab and marinated fillets.

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, fishmongers and specialist buyers.

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