The Web Marketing Association is looking for the Best Food and Beverage Websites in the world as part of their 28th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development at www.webaward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 90 industries, including Food Industry, Beverage and Restaurant websites, based on the seven criteria of a successful web site. The deadline for Event websites to enter to be judged is May 31, 2024.
“Excellence in the food and beverage industry deserves spotlighting, particularly within the competitive sphere of web development, where many entities shine with their online presence,” observed William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “As the food and beverage sector continues to adapt and grow, the importance of a compelling online presence escalates. Websites in this industry are often distinguished by their rich content and engaging copywriting, essential for showcasing a brand’s ethos and culinary excellence. Historically, these sites have received accolades for their navigability and aesthetic appeal from our judges. The WebAward Competition provides a prime opportunity for food and beverage websites to earn recognition from a third party and highlight their commitment to consumer engagement and culinary innovation.”
Web sites are judged on seven criteria including design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, copy writing and ease of use. Each WebAward entry is judged against other entries in its industry category and then against an overall standard of excellence.
All entrants benefit from receiving valuable feedback in terms of their specific scores compared against the average scores for their industry. They also may receive specific comments from the WebAward’s professional judging panel on their Web site development efforts.
Winners of a WebAward in the Food and Beverage categories will also receive:
- A limited-edition Commemorative NFT
- Increased visibility for their company
- Marketing opportunity to promote the company website to the media
- Links to your site from the highly ranked WebAward site to help SEO
- Social media posts for your company and personal feeds
- A highlight for your resume.
- Admiration of peers, friends and co-workers
- Unlimited bragging rights
Each year the Web Marketing Association names the Best Food Industry and Best Beverage Websites based on the scores submitted by the competition judges.
Here are the past Best Food Industry WebAward winners:
- 2023 – Solid Digital for Restaurant 365
- 2022 – MAKE AGENCY for Mollie’s
- 2021 – Abby Ryan Design for L.A. CREAMERY
- 2020 – Abby Ryan Design for L.A. CREAMERY
- 2019 – Godiva Chocolatier for Godiva Chocolatier Website
- 2018 – Impression Technologies, LLC for Empanada Guy
- 2017 – Springbox for Lantana Redesign
- 2016 – IdeaWork Studios, Inc. for DBGB Website
- 2015 – IdeaWork Studios, Inc. for Matthew kenney Cuisine
- 2014 – TBWA\Tequila\Johannesburg for McDonalds Monopoly
- 2013 – SapientNitro for President’s Choice Digital – Insider’s Report
- 2012 – Biggs|Gilmore for Froot Loops – Sooper Loopers
- 2011 – Biggs|Gilmore for Apple Jacks – Catch the Taste
- 2010 – Biggs|Gilmore for Apple Jacks – Catch the Taste
- 2009 – G2 interactive for Fishful Thinking
- 2008 – Xylem CCI for Jack Link’s Beef Jerky Web site
- 2007 – Biggs|Gilmore for Pop-Tarts
- 2006 – Publicis Net for Coca Cola BlaK
- 2005 – These Days & Sara Lee for Jacqmotte Escape
- 2004 – Emerald of California for Emerald of California Website
- 2003 – Fairytale Brownies for brownies.com
Here are the past Best Beverage WebAward winners:
- 2023 – Intuitive Digital and Revere for Buoy Beer Company – Website Design and Build
- 2022 – Forum One for Washington State Wine Commission
- 2021 – LEAP Amp for LUNAZUL TEQUILA
- 2020 – LEAP Amp for LUNAZUL TEQUILA
- 2019 – FINE for Cuvaison
- 2018 – Mindgruve for Martinelli’s Website
- 2017 – John McNeil Studio for Caledonia Spirits
- 2016 – Springbox for Arrowhead
- 2015 – Arnold Worldwide for Jack’n For Beats
- 2014 – Arnold Furnace for Jack Daniel’s Christmas Hub
- 2013 – Arnold Worldwide for Jack Daniel’s
- 2012 – Odwalla & 360i for Odwalla Goodness Grows Here
- 2011 – Asterix Group for You Don’t Know Oz
- 2010 – Hungama Digital Media Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. for Pepsi – The Game
- 2009 – BLITZ Agency for Naked Juice Web Site
- 2008 – Eurorscg 4D Amsterda, for Carte Noire: Une Declaration Nommee Desir
- 2007 – Squeaky Wheel Media for SoBe Beverages
- 2006 – Creative Presence Partners / MaxMedia Design for KING JAMES
- 2005 – Tribal DDB Sydney for Dare Shot
- 2004 – Brown-Forman for Early Times
- 2003 – Bacardi Global Brands / Motivo / cosmoblonde for BACARDI.COM
Here are the past Best Restaurant WebAward winners:
- 2023 – Studio Center for Baker’s Crust Artisan Kitchen
- 2022 – LSM for Wing It On! Website Redesign
- 2021 – WillowTree and Dairy Queen for DAIRY QUEEN
- 2020 – 90 Degree Design for STUNNING WEBSITE AND VIEWS AT ROOFTOP
- 2019 – WSI for Downtown Joe’s Brewery and Restaurant
- 2018 – TMV Group for GreatLakesCoffee.com
- 2017 – Hooters for Hooters Website
- 2016 – Sabre Hospitality Solutions for Olivella Restaurant Website
- 2015 – DynamiX for Marlow’s Tavern
- 2014 – Gourmet Marketing for Agozar Cuban Bistro
- 2013 – SapientNitro for Bertucci’s Rebranding Campaign
- 2012 – LeapFrog Interactive / Texas Roadhouse for Texas Roadhouse Mobile App
- 2011 – The Zimmerman Agency for Bull & Bear Orlando
- 2010 – Empower MediaMarketing for Red Robin Restaurants Website Redesign
- 2009 – Xylem Digital for Famous Dave’s BBQ Web site
- 2008 – Design Lab for Four
- 2007 – Avatar New York for Mr. Broadway Kosher Restaurant
- 2006 – E-Site Marketing for Montage Studio
- 2005 – Apollo Interactive, Inc. for Johnny Rockets
- 2004 – NetSuccess for Mercy Wine Bar
- 2003 – Brann for Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion
The 2024 WebAwards have garnered sponsorship from prominent organizations like PR.com, iContact, and eTailConferences. The Web Marketing Association is grateful for their dedication to nurturing the online marketing community.
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Food and Beverage related websites can be entered into consideration for the 2024 Best Food and Beverage Websites WebAward at the WebAward Website.