Andrew Aston and Tim Radcliffe among judges revealed for The Caterer’s Supplier Awards 2026

A stellar line-up of leading hospitality figures has been announced as judges for The Caterer’s 2026 Supplier Awards.

Among the 30 industry experts on the judging panel are Andrew Aston, chief of partnerships and community, BaxterStorey; Tim Radcliffe, net-zero food programme manager at NHS England; and Margriet Vandezande-Crump, co-owner of the Greyhound at Beaconsfield. They, alongside their cohort of fellow judges, will determine which businesses and individuals make the shortlist across 23 award categories.

There’s still time to enter – make your nomination today

For nominees, the judging process offers a unique opportunity to showcase their brand, build relationships and place their products directly in front of key industry decision-makers – the very people who buy and use them every day.

The Supplier Awards will take place at One Moorgate Place, London, on 16 April 2026, and the awards will be presented alongside a celebratory three-course lunch.

Clare Nicholls, products and suppliers reporter at The Caterer, said: “Our Supplier Awards 2026 judges represent the cream of the crop for hospitality supply chain decision-makers. We have ensured all sectors are represented, with top expertise coming from the public sector to hotels, restaurants, pubs and design consultants. Our entrants can be sure that winning a Supplier Award is the highest mark of achievement.”

Nicholls added: “With just a month left to get your nominations in, don’t miss the chance to get your name in front of some of the industry’s leading figures.”

So, if you know of a business or organisation that should be recognised for its commitment to servicing the hospitality industry, we want to hear from you. Please submit your 2026 Supplier Awards entries by Wednesday 3 December to get your name in front of the award’s esteemed judges.