About the Competition
The Top Foodie Websites Award is a recognition given by IGCAT for the best websites providing unique creative, cultural and gastronomic experiences across the globe. By means of this project, IGCAT hopes to encourage creative, artistic and sensory experimentation to build new and unique food experiences.
- Submission deadline: December 13, 2025
Our Mission
By publishing an annual list of Top Foodie Websites from the candidate and awarded World and European Regions of Gastronomy, IGCAT will:
- Increase international visitors access to quality food and cultural experiences.
- Give international visibility to niche food and culture experiences
- Reward portals and apps that support micro-businesses and contribute to sustainable territorial development.
The websites submitted will be evaluated by an international jury of experts from IGCAT and the Top Foodie Websites will be promoted on IGCAT’s website and social media.
How Does the Competition Work?
Nomination & Submission
Evaluation by Experts
Winners Announcement
About IGCAT
IGCAT aims to empower local communities by raising awareness of the importance to protect and promote distinct regional food, culture, arts and natural assets as part of sustainable and balanced tourism and development strategies. This is essential to safeguard our planet, health, wellness and local economies.
IGCAT is a non-profit institute established in 2010, working with regional stakeholder consortiums in the fields of gastronomy, culture, arts and tourism. It counts on the expertise of a worldwide network of experts and works in partnership with specialised intergovernmental organisations.
IGCAT provides the European and World Region of Gastronomy Award and is the official secretariat for the World and European Regions of Gastronomy Platforms. Furthermore, the Institute has developed the European Young Chef Award, the World Food Gift Challenge, the Top Foodie Websites Award and the Food Film Menu.
