Good Food Awards

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Overview

The Good Food Awards is an annual competition organized by the Good Food Foundation to recognize outstanding American craft food and beverage producers for products that combine superior taste with responsible production practices. It covers 18 categories including beer, cheese, coffee, chocolate, and spirits, requiring entries to be made in the USA without GMOs, artificial ingredients, hormones, or synthetic pesticides. The program, which began in 2010, hosts an awards ceremony and marketplace in San Francisco to honor winners and promote craftsmanship, sustainability, and regional food systems.

History

The Good Food Awards were established in 2010 by the Good Food Foundation, originally named Seedling Projects, founded by Sarah Weiner and Dominic Phillips following their organization of the 2008 Slow Food Nation event. The Foundation officially became the Good Food Foundation in 2016. Key programs include the Good Food Awards since 2010 and Good Food Mercantile events launched in 2015. As of 2026, it recognizes winners across 18 categories from U.S.-based producers.

Manufacturing

The Good Food Awards does not manufacture products; it is an awards program for craft food and beverage producers. Entries must be produced in licensed U.S. kitchens, facilities, or plants compliant with FDA/USDA standards and ready for retail sale.

Reputation

The Good Food Awards is regarded positively by craft producers, farmers, and food professionals for spotlighting sustainable, high-quality American products and fostering community around ethical food production. It has gained particular recognition in categories like coffee and cheese. No major criticisms are noted in available sources.

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