The TASTE AWARDS marked its 15th Anniversary with a dazzling Red Carpet Awards Show, Reception, and Ceremony on March 11th, held at the prestigious Writers Guild Theater in Beverly Hills. This star-studded event brought together a constellation of luminaries from the worlds of food, fashion, and television, featuring an array of winners, nominees, and presenters.
Hosted by the renowned Michelle Harris of Alive and Well TV, the ceremony boasted a distinguished lineup of Award Presenters, including Margaret McSweeney from Kitchen Chat, Marcel Vigneron of Top Chef fame, and Bita and Beata from Modern Persian Food. Adding to the glamour were the 2024 Ambassadors, Angie de Togni and Katie McSweeney, embodying the spirit of the TASTE AWARDS.
Attendees from across the globe graced the occasion, with representatives from countries such as France, England, Argentina, and Taiwan converging in Beverly Hills. Among them were esteemed personalities like Steve Raichlen, Maria Loi, and Esteban Mercer, alongside industry insiders like Lisa-Renee Ramirez of Recipe.TV/Allen Media and Chris Knight of Gusto TV.
For over 15 years, the TASTE AWARDS have been synonymous with excellence, honoring the best in Food, Fashion, Health, Travel, and Lifestyle programming across various media platforms, including film, television, podcasts, and photography.
The ceremony also showcased the winners of the Viewers Choice Award Categories, determined by thousands of dedicated followers. From Best City or Regional Program to Best Food or Drink Podcast, the awards recognized outstanding contributions in a myriad of categories, highlighting the diverse talents within the industry.
Notable winners included “Check, Please! Bay Area” for Best City or Regional Program, “Wine We Drink” for Best Food or Drink Podcast, and “Dining Divas” for Best Stylist: Food or Fashion. The craft categories celebrated excellence behind the scenes, with accolades for Best Producer, Best Cinematographer, and Best Director. *See full list of winners below.
Partnerships with esteemed brands such as Gowan’s Heirloom Ciders, R&B Cellars, and Panache Chocolatier added to the event’s allure, providing attendees with delightful culinary experiences and luxurious gift bags filled with artisanal treasures.
Here are the winners across various categories at the 15th Anniversary TASTE AWARDS:
Viewers Choice Award Categories:
- Best City or Regional Program:
- Winner: Check, Please! Bay Area
- Best Multi Camera Production:
- Winner: Comfort Food with Spencer Watts
- Best Food or Drink Podcast:
- Winner: Wine We Drink
- Best Studio or Production Company:
- Winner: AMC International
- Best Social Media Short Video: Facebook/Instagram/TikTok:
- Winner: Lidia Bastianich: Making Eggs Jeannette with Jacques Pepin
- Best Lifestyle Podcast:
- Winner: Wine We Drink
- Best Food or Drink Radio Broadcast:
- Winner: Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio
- Winner: Wine Soundtrack Italia Podcast
- Best Stylist: Food or Fashion:
- Winner: Dining Divas
- The Ale Gambini Award for Best Filmed at Home Episode or Film:
- Winner: Baking With The Reys
- Best Instructional Web Series:
- Winner: Lidia Celebrates America: Flavors That Define Us
Selected Craft Awards:
- Best Producer:
- Winner: Lisa-Renee Ramirez, Recipe.TV/Allen Media
- Best Director:
- Winner: Apolonia, Apolonia
- Best Single Topic Series Presented by Gowan’s Cider:
- Winner: Maestros de la Pizza, AMC International
- Best Cinematographer:
- Winner: Restaurant Burgstrasse 9
These winners represent excellence and innovation in the realms of food, drink, lifestyle, and media production, showcasing the diverse talents within the industry.
The TASTE AWARDS have become a hallmark event, attracting luminaries from networks and platforms worldwide, including Food Network, Bravo, Hulu, and Netflix. With each year, the awards continue to elevate and celebrate the pinnacle of culinary and lifestyle excellence, solidifying their status as the premier accolade in the industry.
In a world where taste reigns supreme, the TASTE AWARDS stand as a testament to the enduring pursuit of culinary and creative excellence, inspiring audiences and creators alike to savor the richness of life’s experiences.
For more information and updates on the TASTE AWARDS, visit www.TheTasteAwards.com.
