The countdown was over on Thursday evening (October 15) and the finalists’ fates were sealed when the esteemed ceremony returned for its 18th year in the county.
The awards continue to shine a spotlight on local culinary excellence by recognising and celebrating the county’s brilliant people, places and producers – and it was a joy for the Chronicle & Echo to be there once again.
There were 20 award categories for 2026/27 and the gold, silver, bronze and commended results were revealed at the much-loved annual evening attended by hundreds at the Royal & Derngate.
Winning an award continues to have a positive impact on the finalists, who report to awards director Rachel Mallows with an increase in business each year. Some experience up to a 25 percent growth in custom as a result of their success, and your support for the winners is encouraged.
With an immersive James Bond theme, with nods to 007 throughout the entire evening, this black tie dinner was one for the books in the history of the Weetabix Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards.
Let’s take a look at the 23 gold winners across the 20 categories at the Weetabix Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards 2026/27…
9. One to Watch, sponsored by Whitworth Bros.
The winner was Louise Ely from Bakeworks Co. Photo: Katie Wheatley
10. F&B Achiever, sponsored by J. Sweeney Accountants
The winner was Tom McManus from McManus Pub Co. Photo: Katie Wheatley
11. Farming Environment Award, sponsored by Weetabix
The winner was Peter Moyes from Thornby Farms. Photo: Katie Wheatley
12. Chef of the Year, sponsored by Northampton College
The winner was Ewan Weldon from Murrays Restaurant at Whittlebury Park. Photo: Katie Wheatley