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The CultureMap Tastemaker Awards return to celebrate Dallas' top restaurant and bar talent for 2026. Our mission is to shine a spotlight on the people and places that make Dallas a world-class culinary destination.
Join us May 7 at Astoria Event Venue for our annual tasting event and awards ceremony. We’ll celebrate all of the nominees and unveil this year’s winners, and you’ll enjoy chef-prepared bites and specialty drinks all night.
Get to know the nominees in our special editorial series, then join us May 7 as we toast the Tastemakers.
This is a sell-out event. First Dibs and Early Bird tickets are available in limited quantities for a limited time. Get yours now before they're gone!
General Admission Tickets include bites by nominated restaurants and complimentary premium beverages.
VIP Tickets include early admission (6 pm) for first access to bites by nominated restaurants and a dedicated VIP bar.
Participating Restaurants:
Beneficiary: Harvest Project Food Rescue
Sponsors:
The CultureMap Tastemaker Awards program is brought to you by Maker's Mark, Ritual Zero Proof + Seedlip, H-E-B, Shutto, NXT LVL Event and more to be announced.
For information on sponsorship opportunities, email sales@culturemap.com.
Questions: Email events@culturemap.com
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