Only 48 Hours Left to Register for the GOURMET PRODUCT AWARDS Before Early Entry Deadline Ends

Wild excitement of gourmet product producers and sellers mob media for nomination requests to enter competition and get in the buzz.

/EINPresswire.com/ via GourmetWire.com -- The countdown clock is ticking away fast on the early entry deadline that was extended for the Gourmet Product Awards(tm). The massive attention and quick spreading word of mouth has 'gone viral' created a "mad rush of excitement not seen in years" according to reports.

Foodie buffs around the country are looking to get in on the action by nominating new products for the 2011 GOURMET AWARDS program before midnight on Friday. The awards website has officially launched and is offering a 48 hour "window of opportunity" for companies to get registered and beat the early entry deadline. This is a sincere invitation for food companies and future celebrity chefs who create and sell gourmet products on their own to enter the competition and gain national notoriety. Many may never get the chance again this year to get the attention and recognition they deserve for their culinary creations.

Everyone has to go through a product evaluation review process to get approved before officially entering the awards. Food and gadget creators, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for but you have to get in before the door closes.

Meanwhile, that leaves about 300 other companies that were previously nominated finding out if they have been accepted into the competition and making the final decision about the categories they will enter in before Friday's early deadline.

The 1st Annual Gourmet Product Awards celebrate the year's best in Baked Goods, Beverages, Cheese, Chocolate, Coffee & Tea to Gourmet Gift Boxes, Hors d'Oeuvres to New Popular Trends such as Raw, Natural or Organic Selections. Any company in the world selling gourmet products to North America can enter after they register themselves and have been approved by an evaluations process. First round nominees were selected by the media while the judges being lined up include celebrity chefs and top taste-makers from across the country. This window of opportunity lets individuals nominate their favorite products and companies can do the same but they have to hurry.

"We are thrilled that HINT and HINT Fizz were selected to be a part of the Gourmet Product Awards," says Kara Goldin, CEO of HINT, Inc. who recently entered the competition in the beverages category.

"At Ladybird and Friends, we believe hot sauce should be more about flavor than fire that's why we went for three category entries for our company." said Stephana Gaudin, CEO

"Our turkey/chicken rub is a winner among natural born grillers and we are proud to be associated with the first annual Gourmet Awards program" said Marlena Chang, CEO of aFire, Inc.

The Gourmet Product Awards is an independent industry competition solely dedicated to recognizing and honoring the most delicious and innovative new gourmet foods and gourmet products. "We understand the challenges of launching and marketing your latest creation to the various segments of the consumer and retailer." said Mark Varrin, the program administrator.

Wouldn't it be wonderful to tell the marketplace that you are a Gourmet Products Award Winner? Taking that first step towards acheiving that level of recognized success begins right here!

"We see the opportunity of making your PR and sales efforts easier by helping you get the word out there about how great your product(s) really are. Managing your message and PR is more critical than ever these days and whatever gives you an edge over your competitors must be considered. Winning a 2011 Gourmet Products Award helps you project a positive image of your company not only to retailers and customers but also industry wide if not worldwide." said Varrin.

Word of the opportunity is quickly spreading, from New York where the Gourmet Housewares Show(R) is happening now, to Seattle on Saturday where a reporter will go on a 7 stop gourmet store and restaurant tour to promote the awards and then on to San Francisco and Los Angeles. But lets not forget Chicago or food festivals down in Texas where gourmet lovers are found everywhere entering the competition. In just one example, the Gourmet Awards Twitter feed which just launched yesterday gained over 200 followers in the first 12 hours.

By entering the New Product Awards program you join a distinguished circle of companies who are considered at the top of excellence if not the best in product offerings. "Sure, we look at concept, packaging, presentation, ingredients, taste and more. But what we're really looking for are the best, the most innovative, creative products whose very essence is excellence." said Varrin.

News reporters and various media outlets may still submit nominations through the month but the 48 hour opportunity to get in before the early entry deadline ends Friday at midnight. Winners will be announced on October 24th via a live press conference. To submit a nomination for any category, go to www.GourmetAwards.org

To read the 1st press release on the Gourmet Awards launch of website click here: http://bit.ly/qX1Sbs

Recent media links:

LA Weekly http://bit.ly/nZjpoe

New Hope 360 Media: http://newhope360.com/news/gourmet-product-awards-solicits-entries

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