It’s going to be a Spectacular, Spectacular for the Taste of Excellence Awards
Our nomination process closes on 31st August and so far we have received thousands of votes across all our categories.
We always get a flurry as we reach the last few days, so our team of counters are ready and raring to go. We’ll be announcing the top businesses in each category this month, so be sure to follow our social media channels. We will also be sending invitations to all the businesses, so keep an eye out for yours. Our judges are looking forward to visiting some of the county’s best eateries and producers.
It’s only a couple of months until our awards evening, which this year takes place on Thursday 7th November at The Engine Shed, Lincoln. Our theme this year is Moulin Rouge, so guests can sit back and relax whilst we take you back to 19th-century France. Tickets will be available to purchase through our website www.lincolnshirelife.co.uk or by calling our office on 01522 689671.
All this wouldn’t be possible without the support of our sponsors. We would like to thank them all for their generosity in helping us to organise this wonderful evening. Lincolnshire is home to some of the finest food and drink producers and retailers in the country and we are pleased to be able to support them with our awards.
The deadline for our Chef of the Year nominations is Friday 20th September. One of our hotly fought competitions this is the perfect chance for chefs to showcase their creative flair. We are very lucky to be working with the team at College Hall, RAF Cranwell where the successful chefs invited to take place in our cook-off will get the opportunity to produce their menu for our distinguished judges.
Our Young Chef nominations also close on 20th September. This year the competition is open to all chefs under the age of 24, who can be nominated through their place of work or through a training provider. For nominations in either of these categories, please contact Katrina on 01522 689671 or email k.burrill@km-media.co.uk.
We look forward to welcoming you in November.
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Food waste collections are coming to parts of Lincolnshire in early 2026 ♻️![]()
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Here are the key things residents need to know:![]()
• New household food waste collections will start rolling out in phases from January and February 2026![]()
• If you’re in one of the first areas, you’ll receive food waste caddies and a guidance leaflet delivered to your home![]()
• The leaflet explains how the service works, what can go in your caddies, and when collections will start![]()
• All food items that are edible and inedible are accepted this includes items such as egg shells, meat bones, tea bags and so much more![]()
• The service is part of the Government’s Simpler Recycling changes![]()
• Not all areas will start at the same time – check your local district or borough council news channels for confirmed start dates![]()
• Food waste should be placed in the kitchen caddy using the supplied liners, then transferred to the outdoor caddy for collection![]()
• Collected food waste will be taken to an anaerobic digestion plant, where it will be turned into energy and fertiliser.![]()
Look out for your caddy delivery and make sure to keep an eye on local council updates so you know when the service goes live in your area.![]()
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