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2026

Kent Ready Meal or Prepared Food Product of the Year

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PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A PAID ENTRY CATEGORY AND IS NOT OPEN TO PUBLIC VOTING.

Who should enter? Producers, manufacturers and processors of ready meals and prepared food products made in Kent. This includes meat, fish, vegetable or dessert-based meals that are ready to cook or ready to serve, and packaged with ingredients and serving instructions. If you've done the hard work so the customer doesn't have to, this is your category.

How will this category be judged? Every entry is blind taste tested by a panel of expert judges drawn from across the food and drink sector, including chefs, buyers and food writers - and every entrant receives feedback from the panel.

How much does it cost to enter? Entry fees are £30 plus VAT for Produced in Kent members and £50 plus VAT for non-members.

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

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About Select Technology

Select Technology is a pioneering managed technology services provider, delivering world-class IT support and consultancy with a personal touch for over 30 years. Supporting businesses across the UK, including many in Kent’s food and drink sector, we help organisations succeed through proactive support, robust systems, and technological innovation.

“The Taste of Kent Awards recognise a sector that’s not only vital to the local economy, but one we’re proud to support day-to-day. As a managed IT provider working with many food and drink businesses, we see first-hand the innovation and dedication behind the scenes. It’s a privilege to support and celebrate the people and businesses driving this important sector forward.”
Nick Potter, Managing Director

https://www.select-technology.co.uk/

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