FAQ – BiteBack Awards
What are the BiteBack Awards?
The BiteBack Awards launched in 2025 to celebrate bold, innovative brands that are redefining the CPG food, drink and pet food industry.
In a retail landscape where supermarket private labels dominate – threatening the survival of challenger brands, stifling innovation, and limiting consumer choice – it’s harder than ever for challenger brands to compete. And we’re changing that.
This is your chance to stand out, gain industry recognition, and show retailers why your product deserves a place on their shelves. Find more information and entry details here.
Who is the BiteBack Awards for?
The BiteBack Awards are open to Asia Pacific–based businesses making products that fall within one of our four award categories and comply with all category requirements. Full eligibility details are available here.
What benefits do BiteBack Award winners receive?
BiteBack Award winners receive a range of valuable benefits, which may include:
- A BiteBack Awards Category Badge to use on your packaging (e.g. BiteBack Awards Launch Legend)
- Up to $20,000 in support from the category sponsor, such as mentoring, research, insights, or creative design packages (support varies by sponsor and is outlined in the Entry Kit)
- A BiteBack Award trophy (yes, they’re highly Instagrammable!)
- Increased sales and publicity through the Awards’ dedicated marketing and media campaign
- A feature on the Foodpreneurs Festival website and in digital communications shared with our community of 12,000+
- Exact inclusions may vary year to year.
- For full details, download the latest Entry Kit from the BiteBack Awards webpage. Terms and Conditions apply.
Where are the BiteBack Awards being held?
John Niland Scientia Building, The University of New South Wales, Sydney.
Who are the judges for the BiteBack Awards?
We’re in the process of finalising our independent panel of expert judges. The panel will include category sponsors, as outlined here, with additional judges to be announced on this website soon.
Is there a cost to enter?
Nada. The BiteBack Awards are free to enter. If you meet the criteria of the category, submit an entry. If you’re an industry specialist and want to support our purpose of celebrating exceptional CPG brands, brand owners, and businesses that bring innovation and dynamism to an industry often dominated by large players, become an awards sponsor here or nominate a brand owner who deserves the recognition here.
Do I need a ticket to the BiteBack Awards?
Yes, a ticket is required to attend the 2026 BiteBack Awards. It’s a big night of celebration, connection, and recognition. The event will be held on Thursday, 21 May 2026 at the John Niland Scientia Building, University of New South Wales, Sydney. Tickets available for our website.
Can I enter more than one BiteBack Awards category?
Yes you absolutely can! Submit an entry for one, two, three or all four Awards. The only requirement is, meeting the criteria for each. Find more information and entry details here.
How is my BiteBack Award entry handled confidentially?
We take confidentiality seriously. All submissions are reviewed in strict confidence, and judges sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to protect sensitive business information. Your information will be handled in accordance with the details outlined in our Terms & Conditions available via this page.
What is the timeline for the BiteBack Awards?
The BiteBack Awards follow a set schedule and the timeline is as follows:
- Tuesday, 27 January 2026 – BiteBack Awards Entry Kit available; categories and sponsors announced
- Tuesday, 24 March 2026 – BiteBack Awards submissions open
- Tuesday, 28 April 2026 – BiteBack Awards submissions close at 5:00pm AET
- Thursday, 21 May 2026 – BiteBack Awards event (5:00–8:00pm) and winners announced live
What date and time are the BiteBack Awards?
The 2026 BiteBack Awards will be held on Thursday, 21 May 2026, from 5pm to 8pm at the John Niland Scientia Building at The University of New South Wales, Sydney.
Do only award entrants come to the BiteBack Awards?
No. This evening is for the industry and our community to celebrate and network together in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. This evening is the first of its kind – there’s no other event bringing CPG food, drink, pet and supplement brand owners, industry specialists, media, investors, distributors and buyers together to celebrate the innovation in our industry like the BiteBack Awards. Nothing.
How long will the entry form take to fill out?
The entry form should take less than 5 minutes to complete if you have all your supporting documents and images within easy reach.
Will there be a winner in each category?
Yes, plus an overall winner chosen by the sponsor of the BiteBack Critics Choice Award.
I make ice cream, crispy chilli oil, beetroot kvass, dog supplements, plant-based cheese, tequila, alcoholic sparkling coconut water, creatine, protein snacks etc etc, can I enter?
Absolutely if your business meets all category requirements. Check what they are via the Entry Kit on this page.
What if my business is no longer active?
What is the BiteBack Awards dress code
Who are the previous BiteBack Award winners?
The BiteBack Awards launched with our inaugural program in 2025, making those winners the first to receive this recognition. Each year, we celebrate a new wave of bold, innovative CPG brands. Visit the BiteBack Awards webpage to see the latest list of award recipients.