ACFLI Annual Awards Gala 2025 – Event Highlights

We are proud to present the official event video from the ACFLI Annual Awards Gala 2025, now live on Hospitality News! This unforgettable evening – beautifully organized by Nancy Kombert, President of ACFLI, and Spiro Giannakoulopoulos, Vice President – celebrated the very best in culinary excellence and leadership in our industry.

At the heart of the night was a well-deserved tribute to Northwell Health, honored for their outstanding commitment to culinary innovation and excellence in healthcare foodservice. Their dedication to quality, creativity, and community impact set a powerful example for the entire industry. Captured by our Hospitality News videographer, the video highlights the passion, elegance, and emotion of the evening – from heartfelt speeches to unforgettable moments.

The event décor by Gabriela Events elevated the atmosphere with warmth, sophistication, and style – perfectly framing this celebration of culinary achievement. Watch the full video above and relive a night where hospitality, innovation, and leadership truly took center stage.

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