Mark your calendars for an extraordinary night, Gold Medal Catering Awards 2026 returns to Clontarf Castle on June 4th! Entries are officially open and we encourage all catering professionals to apply early, especially if you have a standout upcoming event you want our judges to experience. This year introduces new categories such as Catering Assistant of the Year, On-Site and Off-Site Educational Contract Caterer of the Year, Area Manager of the Year, and Professional Development & Training Initiatives of the Year, alongside classic honours for contract catering, healthcare, education, event catering, and more.
There is no limit to the number of categories you may enter. To make it easier, we offer special entry packages of 5 categories per property for €100, or 10 categories per property for €200. Please note, each property should be entered and billed separately.
No matter your size or speciality, there is a category suited for you to showcase your talents and accomplishments in this prestigious awards programme.
No matter your size or speciality, there is a category suited for you to showcase your talents and accomplishments in this prestigious awards programme.
The evening begins with a Prosecco reception, followed by a three-course dinner and awards ceremony. Celebrate the winners, then dance the night away to live music in this spectacular setting.
This is more than an awards night – it’s a prime opportunity to network with industry leaders and share best practices. Tickets for this landmark event are now available. With limited availability, we encourage early booking to avoid disappointment.
