International Assoc. of Culinary Professionals

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Entries to the 2023 IACP Awards Season Are Now Open

The International Association of Culinary Professionals recognizes excellence in Cookbooks, Digital Media, Food Writing and Food Photography & Styling in the culinary industry. 

The IACP awards are among the most prestigious and coveted in the food industry for its rigorous technical testing and the highest ethical standard. 


2023 IACP Awards Timeline


January 12, 2023   Entries to the 2023 IACP Awards Open: Cookbook, Digital Media, Food Writing, Food Photography and Styling

January 12, 2023   Early bird pricing starts (applies to all award programs)

February 2, 2023   Early bird pricing ends. Regular Pricing goes into effect (applies to all award programs)

March 23, 2023     Cookbook Award submissions deadline to enter on Submittable

April 7, 2023          Deadline to receive all Cookbooks at PSSC Book Distribution Center

April 14, 2023        Food Writing, Digital Media, Food Photography & Styling submissions deadline to enter on Submittable

August 2023 / TBA Press release and nominee announcement event for awards finalists 

September 2023 / TBA Winners announced at IACP Awards Ceremony


IACP Launches Initiative to Waive Submission Fees For (3) Three Entries Into The IACP Digital Media, Food Writing, Food Photography and Styling Awards

As part of IACP's efforts to provide equitable access and have your work recognized, we are pleased to offer (3) three free submissions entries per person into the Digital Media, Food Photography & Styling, or Food Writing Awards during the full submission period from January 12 - April 14, 2023. Please fill out this simple Request Form. IACP Staff will be in touch with you before the submission deadline of April 14, 2023 with next steps to submit your work into the award category of your choice. 


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For more information on The IACP Awards, contact us at awards@iacp.com

International Assoc. of Culinary Professionals