Nominations for the Division of Arkansas Heritage’s 10th annual Arkansas Food Hall of Fame will close Sept. 30.
Arkansans from all 75 counties are encouraged to nominate restaurants, restaurateurs, food-themed events and culinary traditions that help define their communities. Nominations are being accepted online at ArkFoodHOF.com.
The Arkansas Food Hall of Fame has recognized and preserved people, places and traditions that have shaped the state’s culinary identity for a decade. Each nomination helps highlight Arkansas food culture, including longtime establishments that have served generations of families and the people and community traditions carrying those legacies forward.
Nominations are accepted in five categories:
Arkansas Food Hall of Fame recognizes long-standing restaurants that help create Arkansas food culture.
Restaurateur of the Year honors a chef, cook and/or restaurant owner who has made a significant impact on local food and the larger culinary community.
Food-Themed Event recognizes a community food-themed event or festival that shares unique food traditions.
Gone But Not Forgotten remembers past establishments whose legacy has helped shape the state’s food legacy.
People’s Choice celebrates restaurants or food trucks that have captured the public’s attention, including new discoveries and longtime favorites.
Those interested in learning more about the program or visiting existing Arkansas Food Hall of Fame restaurants can visit ArkFoodHOF.com.
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