Lyon recently celebrated the 13 recipients of the Sirha Innovation Awards in a spectacular event marking the first day of the 22nd Sirha edition. From a field of 450 entrants, these awards spotlighted exceptional culinary innovations, including a soy protein veggie steak and a chocolate alternative. Attendees were treated to intriguing categories such as AI-driven food solutions and eco-conscious packaging, which showcased the future of food. The event was a vibrant showcase of groundbreaking ideas rocking the gastronomic world!
lyon reveals winners of the sirha innovation awards
Amid the humdrum of the culinary cosmos, the 22nd Sirha Innovation Awards has been a beacon of extraordinary creations and gastronomic dexterity. This year, with precisely thirteen winners unveiled at the prestigious event held at Eurexpo Lyon, the competition was fierce, with over 450 entries contesting for the top honors. These awards indicate not just a step but a leap towards revolutionizing the food industry, with innovations ranging from plant-based delicacies to cutting-edge AI-driven food technologies.
discover groundbreaking winners
The Sirha Innovation Awards of 2025 extended golden hurrahs to a remarkable range of originals, with each awardee etching a new chapter in their respective categories. The likes of Planted Foods France endeavoring a breakthrough with their Planted Steak, flawlessly managed to quench the thirst for sustainability. Meanwhile, Vallée Torréfaction waltzed into hearts with their Choco Malt Replacer —a noteworthy alternative to cocoa, promising to tickle adventurous palates at Sirha Lyon. Match these ingenious foods with the Dynamic MD95 + kitchen wizard, which received accolades for its temperature-control genius—truly a tribute to future culinary maestros.
With eyes on the green award, Biowels was honored for creating a compostable cling film, a fierce combatant on the eco-friendly frontlines. Also noteworthily, the artistry amalgamated by Quiet in their Silent Tableware line astonished many in its category. These trailblazers of the Sirha Innovation Awards serve as markers of evolution making seismic inroads across baking, confectionery, restaurant tech, and more.
sirha innovation: more than awards
Beyond showcasing champions, the Sirha Innovation Awards set a vibrant tapestry adorned by culinary artistry, enriching Sirha Lyon 2025 with unforgettable experiences. The echoes of creativity resonated through every aisle and booth, as start-ups such as Oé captivated onlookers with their Essence Oé. Find out more about this year’s winners and their esoteric creations. These discernible milestones are a testament to how Sirha maintains its foothold at the summit by catapulting aspirational minds and innovative ideas, an attribute celebrated across the expo. Don’t miss a peek at the detailed insights from Sirha Lyon’s Insider PDF—an indispensable go-to for enthusiasts and aficionados alike.
