Kent Sustainable Food and Drink Award
THIS IS A SPECIAL AWARD.
A Kent-based food and drink business taking active steps to become fully sustainable operationally - going the extra mile to make their business more environmentally and socially sustainable.
Supplementary information may be requested for this award. This will be paper judged by a team of expert judges. Then a shortlist will be interviewed by a panel of judges.
Evidence of innovation, environmental sustainability, responsible management, community engagement, and proof of good working relationships with the supply chain.
About Shepherd Neame
Company information: Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame has been based in Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. Perhaps best known for great British classic ales such as Spitfire Amber, its diverse portfolio includes the contemporary Bear Island and Whitstable Bay collections. The independent family business boasts an award-winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout the South East.
Shepherd Neame Chief Executive Jonathan Neame said: “We are committed to supporting local businesses and are delighted to once again sponsor this year’s Taste of Kent Awards. Our county boasts some of the finest food and drink producers in the UK and this event is a great way to recognise them for their efforts and help raise their profile throughout Kent and beyond.”