Award Ceremony

Athanas Gastronomic Entrepreneurship Award is an award that seeks to recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements of Albanian entrepreneurs worldwide, who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, creativity, and successes in the field of gastronomy. Named after the visionary Anthony Athanas, whose passion for culinary excellence and entrepreneurial spirit reshaped the dining landscape in USA, this prize embodies his legacy of excellence and dedication to advancing the art of gastronomy.

The Athanas Gastronomic Entrepreneurship Award will be a highlight of the Global Albanian Gastronomy Festival Gala Night, an event that brings together politicians, ambassadors, renowned entrepreneurs, culinary luminaries, and Albanian enthusiasts from around the world to celebrate Albanian gastronomy and culture.

Honoring the Ambassadors of Albanian Gastronomy

“Duart e Nënës" Award is an award that aims to recognize and honor Albanian businesses, that with passion, dedication and commitment have promoted and preserved traditional Albanian cuisine, even when financially could have been wiser to do otherwise. This award aims to promote the gastronomic champions who have promoted the history, the culture, and authentic taste of Albanian food.



"Duart e Nënës" award will be a highlight of the Global Albanian Gastronomy Festival Gala Night, an event that brings together politicians, ambassadors, entrepreneurs, culinary artists, and Albanian enthusiasts from around the world to celebrate Albanian gastronomy and culture.