The winners of the FFCR Helsinki Innovation Awards 2026 have now been announced.

Innovation Awards is a competition that highlights the most innovative product launches in the restaurant industry. The competition is divided into four categories: most innovative beverage product, future food product, most innovative solution for the HoReCa and service sectors, and sustainability innovation. Visitors also had the opportunity to vote for their favorite among the category finalists.

Every FFCR exhibitor can nominate their innovative product or service for the Innovation Awards competition. The jury selects the finalists and winners from the nominated innovations. To ensure that the best innovations are recognised, FFCR has assembled an expert jury with a strong passion for advancing the industry. The jury evaluates the products based on criteria such as creativity, sustainability, and ease of use.

Jury 2026: Ann-Kristin Mogren, Head of Cluster Food, Easyfairs; Joseph Youssef, chef and business expert; Eeropekka Rislakki, Editor-in-Chief, Viisi tähteä media; and Heikki Kähkönen, Editorial Manager, Viisi Tähteä media.

Innovation Awards 2026 winners

FUTURE FOOD PRODUCT 2026

Taquería Revolución chili sauces – RealMexican

Judges’ comments:
“RealMexican’s Taquería Revolución chili sauces don’t just season food – they take it over. These handcrafted salsas made from natural ingredients carry the sun of Mexico, the logic of fire, and the ambition of a chef.”

MOST INNOVATIVE BEVERAGE PRODUCT 2026

Modo Sour Cocktail Mix – Prescott Oy

Judges’ comments:
“Modo Sour Cocktail Mix is the secret weapon of the modern bar. This Finnish innovation gives creativity free rein and reflects the spirit of the times by drawing its power from the Finnish forest.”

SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION 2026

Smart Burger – Salomon Foodworld GMBH

Judges’ comments:
“An intelligent solution for both the kitchen and the environment – fewer emissions, less waste, and a clearer conscience – without compromising on taste.”

HORECA INDUSTRY INNOVATION 2026

JAMIX G6 Panorama – Modern calendar for managing everyday operations in professional kitchens – Jamix Oy

Judges’ comments:
“A modern and user-friendly system makes kitchen planning smooth and effortless. It improves communication across the entire team, minimises waste, and ensures that every kitchen employee knows exactly what to prepare and when.”

AUDIENCE FAVORITE 2026

THORMI HME 3.0 (pea protein–based high-moisture extrusion) – Thormi

Audience comments:
“Thormi clearly outperforms everything else thanks to its delicious taste and clean label.”

“Thormi is the best vegan food for bodybuilders.”

Congratulations to all the winners!