When you think of London, you probably imagine Big Ben, red buses, and unpredictable weather. But for me, this trip was all about one thing: food! I had the amazing opportunity to be a judge at the Great Taste Awards—basically, a dream job for any foodie. One full day of tasting incredible products from all over the world? Yes, please!
A Greek in London: Three Days of Food Adventures
I spent three days in London, and while the city has plenty to offer, my focus was clear: the Great Taste Awards. The competition is organized by the Guild of Fine Food, and let me tell you—these people know their stuff. They’ve been running this for decades, and their headquarters had this warm, welcoming vibe. It felt less like a serious competition and more like a big foodie reunion (with some very strict judging rules, of course!).
The best part? The people! I got to meet fellow judges, including chefs, food editors, and passionate foodies—mostly from the UK. Conversations flowed as easily as a good Greek wine. We laughed, we debated, and we shared our love for great food.
Together with vibrant team of Guild of Fine Food
The Big Day: Judging Some of the Best Food in the World
Now, let’s talk about the most important part: the tasting! One full day of back-to-back blind tastings. That means no labels, no fancy packaging—just pure flavor. Every bite had to be judged on its taste, texture, aroma, and overall “wow” factor.
It’s not easy to get an award here. The judges take their job seriously (even if we have fun while doing it!). Only 1-2% of products get 3 starts 🌟🌟🌟
I tried everything: honey, olive oil, sweets, juices, ice creams—you name it! Some flavors made me pause and go, “Wow, this is something special!” Others… well, let’s just say, not every product gets a star.
Speaking of stars, here’s how it works:
🌟 1 star = A really good product.
🌟🌟 2 stars = Seriously delicious.
🌟🌟🌟 3 stars = Mind-blowing, life-changing flavor (only 1-2% of products get this!). If something gets three stars, you know it’s truly exceptional.
Final Thoughts: A Tasty, Unforgettable Experience
Looking back, this whole experience was fantastic. As a Greek, I naturally appreciate good food, but this took things to another level. It’s one thing to enjoy great flavors, and another to really analyze what makes something special.
Would I do it again? Absolutely! The Great Taste Awards is not just about recognizing the best products—it’s about celebrating food, passion, and the people behind it. And that’s something I’ll always be excited to be part of.
Until next time, London—maybe next year, I’ll bring some Greek Honey to the table! 🇬🇷✨
