A proud and special night for us at the Deliciously Yorkshire Taste Awards

Last night in Harrogate, our Co-Directors Caroline Bell and Katie Matten presented the Judy Bell Yorkshire Food Hero Award, named in memory of their mum and our founder, Judy Bell MBE.

Judy put Yorkshire artisan cheese on the map. She was also a tireless champion of the wider food and drink community. She backed independent producers, encouraged new ideas and gave her knowledge freely to help others succeed. As a former Chair of Deliciously Yorkshire, she believed our region, and our industry, is strongest when we support one another.

This award honours that spirit. It recognises people who go above and beyond for Yorkshire food and drink and leave the industry better than they found it.

This year’s winner, Rennik Hodgson, founder of Coffee Care, could not be more fitting. His generosity, determination and commitment to lifting others up reflect so much of what Judy stood for.

Congratulations, Rennik, and to every finalist and winner last night. It was a brilliant reminder of the talent and passion we have here in Yorkshire. 💛